Severe Weather Flashcards
1
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Cyclone
A
A storm with a low pressure closure and a circular pattern of winds
2
Q
Drought
A
A long period of dry weather
3
Q
Front
A
The place where two air masses meet
4
Q
Hurricane
A
A very large ,swirling storm with very low pressure at its center and wind speeds higher than 73 milers per hour
5
Q
Low pressure closure
A
A large mass of air with low atmosphere pressure at the center
6
Q
Air mass
A
Is a large region of air that has a similar temperature and humidity
7
Q
Monsoon
A
A seasonal wind usually associated with heavy rains
8
Q
Storm surge
A
A bulge of water created by an area of very low pressure in the ocean
9
Q
Thunderstorm
A
A rainstorm that includes thunder and lighting
10
Q
Tornado
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A rotating ,funnel shape cloud with extremely high winds
