20 Questions
Where do mid-latitude cyclones typically form?
Over the continents in the mid-latitudes
What is a characteristic of mid-latitude cyclones that distinguishes them from tropical cyclones?
They do not have a defined eye wall and create a comma shape
What is the term for a mid-latitude cyclone that strengthens significantly in an extremely short amount of time?
Bombogenesis
What is a mesocyclone?
The transitional stage between a thunderstorm and a tornado
What is a common effect of polar cyclones on areas that are not prepared for cold temperatures?
Pipes breaking, killing crops, and energy crises
What is a characteristic of cyclonic storms that makes them particularly destructive?
They are relatively slow moving and cover a large area
What was the wind speed of Hurricane Katrina when it rapidly intensified into a Category 5?
175 mph
What was the estimated number of deaths caused by the Great Bhola Cyclone in 1970?
300,000-500,000
What percentage of homes in the area were destroyed by the Great Bhola Cyclone?
85%
What is a common effect of mid-latitude cyclones on areas that are not accustomed to winter weather?
Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures
What is the typical latitude range where mid-latitude cyclones form?
Between 30 and 60 degrees
Which type of cyclone is associated with severe weather in the wintertime?
Mid-latitude cyclones
What shape do mid-latitude cyclones typically form?
Comma shape
What is the term for a thunderstorm that starts spinning?
Mesocyclone
What is a characteristic of cyclonic storms that makes them particularly destructive?
Their large size
What was the storm surge height during Hurricane Katrina?
Between 25 and 28 feet
What was the maximum wind speed of Hurricane Katrina when it rapidly intensified into a Category 5?
175 mph
What is a common effect of mid-latitude cyclones on areas that experience blizzards?
Snow and ice
What is a characteristic of polar cyclones that distinguishes them from mid-latitude cyclones?
Their cold temperatures
What is the term for the transitional stage between a thunderstorm and a tornado?
Mesocyclone
Learn about the meteorological definition of a cyclone, its characteristics, and how it differs from tropical cyclones. Understand the wind patterns and low pressure centers in cyclones.
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