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Which of the following is true about cyclones?
Which of the following is true about cyclones?
- Cyclones can form anywhere on Earth.
- Cyclones cannot form near the equator.
- Cyclones are low-pressure centers. (correct)
- Cyclones only refer to hurricanes.
What is another name for a midlatitude cyclone?
What is another name for a midlatitude cyclone?
- Anticyclone
- Extratropical cyclone (correct)
- Hurricane
- Tropical cyclone
Where do most tropical cyclones form?
Where do most tropical cyclones form?
- Over the cool waters of the South Atlantic
- Near the equator
- Poleward of 20° latitude
- Between 5° and 20° latitude (correct)
Why do tropical cyclones not develop near the equator?
Why do tropical cyclones not develop near the equator?
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Where do hurricanes seldom form?
Where do hurricanes seldom form?
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