Tropical storms Flashcards
1
Q
what is the coriolis effect?
A
the spin of the earth forcing air west
2
Q
why do hurricanes not form on the equator?
A
because there is no coriolis effect
3
Q
what is the critical threshold for temperature in order for a hurricane to form?
A
26*C
4
Q
what is the minimum wind speed needed for a storm to be classed as a hurricane?
A
74mph
5
Q
what causes a storm surge?
A
high winds and low pressure allowing the water expand
6
Q
how deep does the water have to be for a hurricane to form?
A
50m
7
Q
what happens when a hurricane hits land?
A
landfall as theres no water to supply the storm with energy
