Unit 5 Severe Weather

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What is the mature cumulus stage of a thunderstorm?

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Strong updrafts & downdrafts coexist.

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What is the pressure at the center of a hurricane?

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Low pressure.

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What severe weather phenomenon can be produced by thunderstorms?

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Tornadoes.

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What are storms with high winds and heavy rain that form over warm ocean waters called?

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Hurricanes.

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What is the minimum wind speed for a blizzard?

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At least 35 miles per hour.

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What is a tornado?

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A rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground.

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What conditions are necessary for hurricane formation?

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Warm ocean water, moist air, and low wind shear.

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What is the difference between a hurricane and a tornado?

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Hurricanes are large storms that form over warm ocean waters, while tornadoes are smaller, more intense storms that form from thunderstorms.

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What is a storm surge?

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An abnormal rise in sea level during a storm, often associated with hurricanes.

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What is the Fujita scale?

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A scale used to rate the intensity of tornadoes based on the damage they cause.