How do we monitor and predict Tropical Storms Flashcards
1
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List 5 ways to monitor and predict tropical storms
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- Planes
- Satellites
- Computer Modelling
- Ocean Buoys
- Weather Organizations
2
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How do we use Planes to monitor and predict tropical storms?
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Fly into storms to take weather measurements.
3
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How do we use Satellites to monitor and predict tropical storms?
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Monitor ocean and atmosphere data to make accurate predictions and track the path of storms.
4
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How do we use Computer Modelling to monitor and predict tropical storms?
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Super computers to analyse collected data to make accurate predictions
5
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How do we use Ocean Buoys to monitor and predict tropical storms?
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Equipment used to measure oceans and atmospheres
6
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List 2 Weather Organizations
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- NHC = National Hurricane Centre (USA)
- WMO = World Meteorological Organization