Hurricanes Unveiled: The Science Behind Nature's Most Powerful Storms

The video explores the nature of hurricanes, powerful storms with winds over 119 km/h. It explains how hurricanes form from warm ocean water and steady winds, and how they grow and move. The video also covers the impacts of hurricanes, such as rain and flooding, and emphasizes the importance of preparation and safety measures.

What is a common feature of summer thunderstorms?

• Tornadoes

• Hailstorms

• Snowfall

• Rain and lightning

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

• 80 kilometers an hour

• 100 kilometers an hour

• 119 kilometers an hour

• 150 kilometers an hour

What is the center of a hurricane called?

• The core

• The eye

• The vortex

• The hub

What temperature must ocean water reach for a hurricane to form?

• 20 degrees Celsius

• 27 degrees Celsius

• 25 degrees Celsius

• 30 degrees Celsius

What type of wind is necessary for the formation of a hurricane?

• Gusty and erratic

• Calm and steady

• Light and variable

• Strong and turbulent

What happens to a hurricane when it reaches land?

• It gains strength

• It turns into a thunderstorm

• It starts to weaken

• It becomes a tornado

What can hurricanes cause when they push ocean water onto the shore?

• Droughts

• Floods

• Tsunamis

• Earthquakes

When do most hurricanes near North America occur?

• Between May and November

• Between February and April

• Between August and December

• Between January and March

What is one way people can prepare for hurricanes?

• Ignore weather forecasts

• Build houses on the beach

• Leave windows open

• Prepare a kit with essentials

What do scientists use to track hurricanes?

• Astrology

• Science and technology

• Mythology

• Random guessing