Exploring Hurricanes and Tornadoes

The podcast discusses the characteristics, formation, and impacts of hurricanes and tornadoes. Hurricanes are large, long-lasting storms formed over warm waters, while tornadoes are short-lived but intense, affecting smaller areas. The podcast also covers safety measures to take during these storms.

What type of pressure is always associated with bad weather?

• No pressure

• Low pressure

• High pressure

• Medium pressure

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What is the minimum wind speed for a storm to be classified as a hurricane?

• 50 miles per hour

• 60 miles per hour

• 75 miles per hour

• 90 miles per hour

Which category of hurricane is the most catastrophic?

• Category 1

• Category 3

• Category 4

• Category 5

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

During which months does the hurricane season typically occur?

• April to June

• July to November

• December to February

• January to March

What happens to hurricanes when they make landfall?

• They gain energy

• They lose energy

• They remain the same

• They split into smaller storms

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What is the primary difference in duration between hurricanes and tornadoes?

• Hurricanes last for minutes, tornadoes last for weeks

• Hurricanes last for hours, tornadoes last for days

• Hurricanes last for weeks, tornadoes last for minutes

• Both last for the same duration

What is the maximum wind speed of a tornado?

• 300 miles per hour

• 250 miles per hour

• 200 miles per hour

• 150 miles per hour

What scale is used to measure tornadoes?

• Saffir-Simpson Scale

• Beaufort Scale

• Fujita Scale

• Richter Scale

Which region in the United States is known as Tornado Alley?

• Northeast

• Central

• Southeast

• West Coast

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What is a common safety measure to take during a tornado?

• Go to the highest floor

• Go to the basement

• Stay outside

• Stay near windows