Cyclones and Jet Streams
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Which type of cyclone is often referred to as a hurricane?

  • Tropical cyclone (correct)
  • Midlatitude cyclone
  • Extratropical cyclone
  • Anticyclone

    • Where do most tropical cyclones form?

  • Poleward of 20° latitude
  • Between 5° and 20° latitude (correct)
  • Over the cool waters of the South Atlantic
  • Within 5° of the equator

    • Why do tropical cyclones not develop within about 5° of the equator?

  • There is not enough moisture in that region
  • Frictional force is too strong in that region
  • Coriolis force is too weak in that region (correct)
  • Surface ocean temperatures are too cool in that region

    • What is another name for a midlatitude cyclone?

    <p>Extratropical cyclone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do hurricanes seldom form?

    <p>Poleward of 20° latitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

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