Tornado

The video tutorial explains tornadoes, defining them as violent rotating columns of air from thunderstorms. It discusses their formation, primarily from supercells, and highlights Tornado Alley in the USA as a frequent location. Safety measures during tornadoes and the role of meteorologists in predicting them are also covered.

What is the main difference between a tornado and a funnel cloud?

• A funnel cloud is a rotating column of air that does not touch the ground, while a tornado does.

• A tornado is always visible, while a funnel cloud is not.

• A tornado is a rotating column of air, while a funnel cloud is not.

• A funnel cloud touches the ground, while a tornado does not.

What type of thunderstorms are most tornadoes formed from?

• Stratus clouds

• Cirrus clouds

• Supercells

• Cumulonimbus clouds

Which two types of air masses interact to create the conditions for tornadoes?

• Warm, dry air and cold, moist air

• Cold, dry air and warm, moist air

• Warm, moist air and hot, dry air

• Cold, moist air and warm, dry air

Which region in the USA is known for having the most tornadoes?

• The Appalachian Mountains

• The Great Plains

• The Gulf Coast

• Tornado Alley

What is the safest place to seek shelter during a tornado?

• Under a tree

• In a basement or underground area

• In a car

• Near a window