Section 1 - Formation of a tropical storm Flashcards
1
Q
What temperature does the ocean need to be
A
27 degrees celsius
2
Q
What is the definition of a tropical storm
A
an area of low pressure moving in a spiral direction around the eye of the storm
3
Q
What is the lowest wind speed a tropical storm can have
A
74mph
4
Q
What happens when a tropical storm hits land
A
It loses its energy
5
Q
What is the first stage of a tropical storm formation
A
- warm thunder air and warm ocean water mix together to create low pressure
6
Q
What is the second stage of a tropical storm formation
A
- Trade winds due to the earths rotation cause winds to spin
7
Q
What is the third stage of a tropical storm formation
A
3, Air continues to rise and pressure decreases
8
Q
What is the fourth stage of a tropical storm formation
A
- Air draws in more warm air and sucks the cooler air downwards
9
Q
What is the fifth stage of a tropical storm formation
A
- As it moves across the ocean it sucks in more warm air and wind, increasing its speed
10
Q
What is the weather in the eye of the storm like
A
Calm
