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What is the criteria set by PAGASA for a tropical storm to qualify as a super typhoon?
What is the criteria set by PAGASA for a tropical storm to qualify as a super typhoon?
- Maximum wind speed of 200 kph
- Maximum wind speed of 250 kph
- Maximum wind speed of 150 kph
- Maximum wind speed of 185 kph (correct)
What atmospheric process leads to the formation of typhoons?
What atmospheric process leads to the formation of typhoons?
- High-pressure systems from the ocean meeting low-pressure systems from the land
- Strong winds from the land pushing moisture into the atmosphere
- Cooler ocean water evaporating
- Warm ocean water attracting moisture from cooler air (correct)
Which of the following is a typical outcome of a typhoon mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is a typical outcome of a typhoon mentioned in the text?
- Spread of wildfires due to lightning strikes
- Damage to infrastructure (correct)
- Formation of sand dunes along the coast
- Increase in atmospheric pressure
What differentiates a super typhoon from a regular typhoon based on the provided text?
What differentiates a super typhoon from a regular typhoon based on the provided text?
How are floods caused by typhoons according to the text?
How are floods caused by typhoons according to the text?
What differentiates a super typhoon from a regular typhoon, as per PAGASA's definition?
What differentiates a super typhoon from a regular typhoon, as per PAGASA's definition?
Why are typhoons particularly powerful storms?
Why are typhoons particularly powerful storms?
What is the primary effect of a typhoon on infrastructure?
What is the primary effect of a typhoon on infrastructure?
How do typhoons typically lead to floods in low-lying areas?
How do typhoons typically lead to floods in low-lying areas?
What atmospheric process is responsible for increasing the wind speed of a typhoon?
What atmospheric process is responsible for increasing the wind speed of a typhoon?
What is one way in which power outages can be prolonged during typhoons?
What is one way in which power outages can be prolonged during typhoons?
What is a potential cause of displacement for residents living in flood-prone areas during a typhoon?
What is a potential cause of displacement for residents living in flood-prone areas during a typhoon?
Which of the following is a risk factor for injuries and fatalities during typhoons as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is a risk factor for injuries and fatalities during typhoons as mentioned in the text?
How can typhoon-induced destruction lead to economic losses, as indicated in the text?
How can typhoon-induced destruction lead to economic losses, as indicated in the text?
What is a possible consequence for agricultural land during a typhoon based on the information provided?
What is a possible consequence for agricultural land during a typhoon based on the information provided?
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