Understanding Hurricanes Part 1

What is the minimum ocean water temperature required for a hurricane to form?

• 80°F (27°C)

• 70°F (21°C)

• 90°F (32°C)

• 60°F (16°C)

How does the Coriolis effect influence hurricanes?

• It causes the storm to spin.

• It increases the storm's speed.

• It decreases the storm's intensity.

• It changes the storm's direction.

In which direction do hurricanes spin in the Northern Hemisphere?

• Counterclockwise

• Clockwise

• Northward

• Southward

What happens to the air pressure in the center of a hurricane as it forms?

• It becomes lower than the surrounding areas.

• It becomes higher than the surrounding areas.

• It remains the same as the surrounding areas.

• It fluctuates unpredictably.

Why is it important to learn about hurricanes?

• To help keep people safe.

• To predict the exact path of the storm.

• To stop hurricanes from forming.

• To increase the storm's intensity.