Understanding Whirlwinds

What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of whirlwinds?

• The Earth's rotation

• The sun

• Ocean currents

• Mountain ranges

Which of the following is NOT a name for a tropical whirlwind?

• Twister

• Cyclone

• Typhoon

• Hurricane

In which direction do tropical whirlwinds rotate in the northern hemisphere?

• Horizontally

• Vertically

• Counter-clockwise

• Clockwise

What happens to tropical whirlwinds when they hit land?

• They cause earthquakes

• They gain energy

• They lose energy

• They change direction

How do whirlwinds benefit the planet?

• By increasing temperatures

• By creating new landforms

• By cooling the planet

• By causing rain