Understanding Typhoons

What is the first step in the formation of a typhoon?

• Development of a hurricane

• Formation of a cold front

• Increase in ocean temperature

• Development of a tropical disturbance

How does warm ocean water contribute to typhoon formation?

• Warm ocean water has no effect on weather patterns.

• Cold ocean water prevents typhoon formation by cooling the atmosphere.

• Warm ocean water fuels typhoon formation by providing heat and moisture.

• Typhoons form only over land due to high temperatures.

What role does humidity play in the development of a typhoon?

• Humidity has no effect on typhoon formation.

• High humidity prevents typhoons from developing.

• Humidity only affects land temperatures, not typhoons.

• Humidity is essential for the formation and intensification of typhoons.

What is the main difference between a typhoon and a hurricane?

• Typhoons are a type of hurricane.

• Hurricanes only occur in summer months.

• The main difference is their location: typhoons are in the Northwest Pacific, hurricanes are in the Atlantic and Northeast Pacific.

• Typhoons are stronger than hurricanes.

In which ocean do typhoons typically form?

• Southern Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Northwest Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

What scale is used to measure the strength of a typhoon?

• Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale

• Fujita Scale

• Richter Scale

• Beaufort Wind Scale

How do typhoons affect coastal areas?

• Typhoons affect coastal areas by causing destruction from strong winds, flooding from heavy rainfall, and inundation from storm surges.

• Typhoons improve coastal weather conditions.

• Typhoons have no impact on coastal ecosystems.

• Typhoons only affect inland areas, not coasts.

What is the eye of a typhoon?

• The eye of a typhoon is the most dangerous part of the storm.

• The eye of a typhoon is where the strongest winds occur.

• The eye of a typhoon is the outer edge of the storm.

• The eye of a typhoon is the calm center of the storm.

What are the typical wind speeds of a typhoon?

• Wind speeds of 100 to 120 miles per hour

• Typical wind speeds of a typhoon range from 74 to over 157 miles per hour.

• Wind speeds of 30 to 50 miles per hour

• Wind speeds of 200 to 250 miles per hour

How can people prepare for an approaching typhoon?

• Ignore weather warnings

• Go on a vacation

• Start a garden

• Secure your home, stock up on supplies, create an emergency plan, and stay informed.