How climate change may affect tropical storms Flashcards

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How much have global sea surface temperatures risen by since 1900?

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1.06 degrees and is expected to rise more as a result of climate change. This may have an impact on the frequency, distribution and intensity.

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Frequency

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Oceans will stay at 27 degrees or higher for longer each year, so there’s a longer period when tropical storms can form. This may mean that there are more storms each year.

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Distribution

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As the average ocean temperature rises, more of the world’s oceans could be above 27 degrees - this may mean that tropical storms can form in areas that haven’t experienced them before, e.g. at higher latitudes.

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Intensity

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Higher sea surface temperatures are likely to result in more evaporation and increased cloud formation, so more energy is released. This could mean storms become more powerful.

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