What is a hypercane theorized to be?

Hurricane Dynamics and Hypercanes

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A large hurricane
A small cyclone
A compact megastorm
A type of tornado
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What geological feature is examined for evidence of hypercanes?
The Grand Canyon
The KT boundary
The Himalayan Mountains
The Mariana Trench
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a key challenge in identifying hypercanes in the geological record?
Salt deposits dissolve over time
Lack of technology
Inaccessible locations
No historical records
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How might global warming affect future hurricanes?
Complete disappearance
No change in intensity
Decrease in number but stronger
Increase in number but weaker
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a current limitation in hurricane prediction?
Identifying hurricane origins
Predicting hurricane strength
Tracking hurricane paths
Measuring hurricane speed
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a significant finding from Brian House's research on hurricanes?
Hurricanes cannot be modeled
Friction increases indefinitely with wind speed
Ocean surface flattens at high wind speeds
Hurricanes are unaffected by ocean temperature
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What technology is used to study hurricane dynamics in the lab?
Sonar imaging
Optical lasers and remote sensors
Magnetic resonance imaging
Thermal cameras
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