Understanding Weather Disturbances

What are the different types of storms?

• Tropical storms, thunderstorms, tornadoes, blizzards, hurricanes

• solar storms

• acid rain

• dust storms

Name a type of storm that forms over warm ocean waters.

• Blizzard

• Tornado

• Dust storm

• Tropical storm

What is a tropical cyclone?

• A tropical cyclone is a calm weather system with no wind.

• A tropical cyclone is a storm system that forms over warm ocean waters, characterized by strong winds and a low-pressure center.

• A tropical cyclone is a type of fish found in warm waters.

• A tropical cyclone is a weather pattern that occurs only in winter.

How are hurricanes and typhoons classified?

• Hurricanes and typhoons are classified by wind speed and the Saffir-Simpson scale.

• Based on the size of the storm

• According to the ocean temperature

• By the color of the storm clouds

What scale is used to measure hurricane strength?

• Beaufort Wind Scale

• Fujita Scale

• Richter Scale

• Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale

What is the main difference between a hurricane and a typhoon?

• The main difference is their location: hurricanes are in the Atlantic and Northeast Pacific, typhoons are in the Northwest Pacific.

• Hurricanes form in the Southern Hemisphere.

• Typhoons occur only in the Atlantic Ocean.

• Hurricanes are stronger than typhoons.

What are the effects of a tropical cyclone on land?

• Tropical cyclones have no impact on coastal ecosystems.

• Tropical cyclones cause strong winds, heavy rainfall, flooding, and storm surges, leading to infrastructure damage and loss of life.

• They improve agricultural conditions by providing necessary irrigation.

• Tropical cyclones only cause mild winds and clear skies.

How does PAGASA help in weather forecasting?

• PAGASA helps in weather forecasting by using advanced tools and technologies to monitor weather patterns and provide timely forecasts and warnings.

• PAGASA only provides historical weather data.

• PAGASA relies solely on public reports for forecasts.

• PAGASA does not use any technology for weather monitoring.

What is the role of the eye in a hurricane?

• The eye acts as a barrier preventing storm movement.

• The eye serves as a calm center in a hurricane, surrounded by the most intense storm activity.

• The eye is the area with the highest wind speeds.

• The eye is where the hurricane forms and intensifies.

What are storm surges and how do they occur?

• Storm surges are abnormal increases in sea level caused by strong winds and low pressure during storms.

• Storm surges are caused by heavy rainfall alone.

• Storm surges only occur in tropical regions.

• Storm surges are a result of ocean currents changing direction.