Climate change is shifting the location of U.S. tornadoes

Climate change is shifting the location of U.S. tornadoes

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Science, Biology, Geography

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the impact of climate change on tornado frequency and distribution. It highlights expert opinions on how tornadoes have decreased in Tornado Alley but increased in more populated areas east of the Mississippi River. The video also explains how climate change affects weather patterns, particularly through changes in the jet stream and greenhouse gas emissions.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How has tornado frequency changed over the past four decades?

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What is Tornado Alley and how is it related to tornado occurrences?

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What factors contribute to the occurrence of tornadoes according to the text?

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In what ways could climate change affect tornado patterns?

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What role does the jet stream play in tornado formation?

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