Cyclone Knowledge Challenge
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What is a cyclone?

  • A small-scale tornado with high wind speeds
  • A type of thunderstorm with heavy rainfall
  • A localized area of intense high pressure
  • A large-scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure (correct)

    • What causes a cyclone to occur?

  • Low humidity levels
  • Excessive cloud cover
  • High atmospheric pressure
  • Temperature difference between land and sea (correct)

    • Where do cyclones commonly occur?

  • Over desert regions with low humidity
  • Near the equator over warm ocean waters (correct)
  • Polar regions with icy conditions
  • Inland areas with high elevation

    • What is the primary cause of cyclones?

    <p>Convergence of warm, moist air with cooler air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical wind speed range for a cyclone?

    <p>100-150 mph</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the eyewall of a cyclone?

    <p>A region of intense thunderstorms and strong winds surrounding the center of a cyclone</p> Signup and view all the answers

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