Tornadoes Flashcards

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What is a tornado

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A tornado is a violent rotating column of wind that has come in contact with the ground and can cause great havoc among a certain area.

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How is a tornado formed

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A tornado is formed when warm humid air meets cool dry air. They meet and form a spiral of wind. When this touches the ground, it makes a tornado. They can last from an few ministers to a few hours

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What is the Fujita scale

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The Fujita scale is the scale in which tornadoes are measured in. F0 being minimal damage while F5 being colossal damage.

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What are the states in Tornado Alley

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Oklahoma
Nebraska
Kansas
Texas

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