Storms: hurricanes

The video explains hurricanes, large storms made of smaller storms, and their impact on cities and states. It describes how hurricanes form over warm ocean waters and are tracked by satellites. The video includes a simulation of hurricane formation, highlighting the calm eye and the stormy surroundings. It emphasizes the role of hurricanes in redistributing water and balancing global temperatures.

What is a hurricane primarily composed of?

• A single large storm

• A cluster of tornadoes

• A series of small storms

• A combination of rain and snow

Where do hurricanes typically form?

• In the mountains

• Over warm ocean waters

• In the desert

• Over cold ocean waters

Why are hurricanes given names?

• To predict their path

• To make it easier to track them

• To honor famous people

• To confuse meteorologists

What is the calm center of a hurricane called?

• The heart

• The vortex

• The eye

• The core

How do hurricanes help the planet?

• By creating new land

• By redistributing water and temperature

• By increasing ocean salinity

• By reducing global warming