Hurricanes and Tornadoes NAC

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large, powerful storm that forms over warm ocean waters and can produce strong winds, heavy rain, and flooding.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground, often causing destruction.

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What is the 'eye' of a hurricane?

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The eye is the center of a hurricane, where it is calm and clear, surrounded by the storm's strongest winds.

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What is Tornado Alley?

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Tornado Alley is a region in the central United States where tornadoes are most frequent, including states like Oklahoma, Texas, and Kansas.

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What is the main ingredient needed to create a tornado?

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A thunderstorm is the main ingredient needed to create a tornado.

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How fast can hurricane winds get?

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Hurricane winds can reach speeds of up to 200 mph.

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What are the conditions needed for a hurricane to form?

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Hurricanes need warm ocean water, moist air, and light winds to form.

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What is the difference between a hurricane and a tornado?

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A hurricane is a large storm that forms over water, while a tornado is a smaller, more intense storm that forms over land.

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What is a cyclone?

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A cyclone is a general term for a large-scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure, which can include hurricanes.

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What is the Fujita scale?

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The Fujita scale is a scale used to measure the intensity of tornadoes based on the damage they cause.