Storms

What is the primary cause of thunderstorms?

• Sudden decrease in atmospheric pressure

• Intense sunlight exposure

• Rapid upward movement of warm, moist air

• Strong winds blowing from the east

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How are hurricanes different from tornadoes?

• Tornadoes are larger and more destructive than hurricanes.

• Hurricanes only occur in the winter, while tornadoes occur in the summer.

• Hurricanes have a well-defined eye and form over warm ocean waters, while tornadoes are smaller, localized storms that form from severe thunderstorms.

• Tornadoes are caused by cold air, while hurricanes are caused by hot air.

Explain the formation of a thunderstorm.

• Thunderstorms form due to the presence of snowfall in the atmosphere

• Thunderstorms form due to the rapid downward movement of cold, dry air

• Thunderstorms form when the sun is shining brightly with no clouds in the sky

• Thunderstorms form due to the rapid upward movement of warm, moist air that creates cumulonimbus clouds and an unstable atmosphere.

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What is the role of warm air in the development of a storm?

• Warm air absorbs moisture, preventing storm development.

• Warm air rises rapidly, cools, condenses, and forms storms.

• Warm air descends rapidly, cools, and prevents storm formation.

• Warm air remains stationary, causing storms to dissipate.

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How do scientists predict the path of a hurricane?

• Using tarot cards and crystal balls

• Using computer models and analyzing atmospheric conditions, sea surface temperatures, and historical data.

• Flipping a coin

• Asking a magic eight ball

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Describe the eye of a hurricane and its characteristics.

• The eye of a hurricane is a region of extreme turbulence and heavy rainfall.

• The eye of a hurricane is a region where tornadoes are commonly formed.

• The eye of a hurricane is a region of mostly calm weather at the center of the storm, characterized by clear skies, light winds, and sometimes sunshine.

• The eye of a hurricane is a region with strong winds and thunderstorms.

What are the different categories used to classify hurricanes?

• Category 1, Category 2, Category 3, Category 4, Category 5

• Type A, Type B, Type C, Type D, Type E

• Group 1, Group 2, Group 3, Group 4, Group 5

• Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5

What is the difference between a cyclone and a typhoon?

• Color of the sky

• Time of day

• Wind speed

• Location of occurrence

What safety precautions should be taken during a thunderstorm?

• Take a shower

• Stand under a tree

• Stay indoors, away from windows, unplug electronic devices, avoid showering, seek shelter in a sturdy building or vehicle.

• Use a landline phone

How does lightning form during a storm?

• Lightning is formed when the sun's rays hit the Earth's surface during a storm.

• Positive and negative charges within a cloud separate, creating an electric field.

• Lightning is caused by the collision of raindrops within a cloud.

• Lightning is a result of strong winds blowing through the atmosphere.

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