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What is a cyclone?
A large-scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure
What causes a cyclone to occur?
Temperature difference between land and sea
Where do cyclones commonly occur?
Near the equator over warm ocean waters
What is the primary cause of cyclones?
Convergence of warm, moist air with cooler air
What is the typical wind speed range for a cyclone?
100-150 mph
What is the eyewall of a cyclone?
A region of intense thunderstorms and strong winds surrounding the center of a cyclone
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