1.4 Structure And Formation Of Tropical Cyclones

Question 1

What is the definition of a tropical cyclone?

Answer 1

A localized, very intense low-pressure wind system, forming over tropical oceans and with winds of hurricane force.

Question 2

At what temperature are tropical cyclones most likely to form?

Answer 2

26.5°C

Question 3

What are tropical cyclones called in the Atlantic ocean?

Answer 3

Hurricanes

Question 4

What are tropical cyclones called in the Indian ocean?

Answer 4

Cyclones

Question 5

What are tropical cyclones called in the West Pacific?

Answer 5

Typhoons

Question 6

What are tropical cyclones called close to Australia?

Answer 6

Willy-willies

Question 7

How do countries prepare for tropical cyclones?

Answer 7

> Storm warnings can be issued to enable the population to evacuate or prepare themselves for the storm.
Fast response services.

Question 8

What is an example of a primary effect of tropical cyclones?

Answer 8

> Trees up-rooting

>Buildings collapsing

Question 9

What is an example of a secondary effect of tropical cyclones?

Answer 9

> People losing jobs

>People losing houses

Question 10

What is an example of a primary response of tropical cyclones?

Answer 10

> Supplying food & water

>Rescueing survivers

Question 11

What is an example of a secondary response of tropical cyclones?

Answer 11

> Rebuilding buildings

>Helping buisnesses