Severe Weather
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1.
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What is thunder?
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Thunder is the sound produced by the rapid expansion of hot air caused by lightning.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a hurricane?
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A hurricane is a large, rotating low-pressure system that forms over warm ocean waters near the equator.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to hurricanes when they move over cooler waters or land?
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Hurricanes lose their power when they move into cooler waters or over land.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What generates winds?
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Winds are generated when air flows from a high pressure area into a low pressure area.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is storm surge?
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Storm surge is the rise in sea level that occurs during a storm, often causing flooding.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the main cause of damage during hurricanes?
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Most damage from hurricanes is caused by flooding from heavy rains and storm surge.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the relationship between air pressure and wind?
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Wind flows from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure.
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