Aviation Weather - Hurricanes Video NG Quiz

What is the main cause of storm surge during a hurricane?

• Heavy rain

• High tides

• Earthquakes

• Strong winds

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What is the name of the low-pressure center in a hurricane?

• Eye

• Storm surge

• Eye wall

• Rainbands

What is the purpose of hurricanes in the global ecosystem?

• To cause destruction

• To regulate climate

• To increase sea levels

• To create tornadoes

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What is the scale used to rank hurricanes based on their wind speed and potential damage?

• Richter Scale

• Beaufort Scale

• Fujita Scale

• Saffir-Simpson Scale

What is the main source of energy that powers a hurricane's circular winds?

• Solar energy

• Converted warm air

• Wind energy

• Geothermal energy

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What is the most dangerous component of a hurricane when it comes near land?

• Tornadoes

• Heavy rainfall

• Strong winds

• Storm surge

What is the peak season for hurricanes in the Atlantic Ocean?

• Spring

• Early fall

• Winter

• Late summer

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What percentage of hurricane deaths are caused by storm surge?

• 90%

• 30%

• 70%

• 50%

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2