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Which type of cyclone is often referred to as a hurricane?
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?
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?
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?
What is another name for a midlatitude cyclone?
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Where do hurricanes seldom form?
Where do hurricanes seldom form?
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