Tropical Storms Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the formation of tropical storms
A
- sun sends radiation to the ocean warming them
- oceans must be 27 degrees
- the warm moist air rises from the ocean
- the air cools and condenses to form thunderstorm clouds
- as this happens it draws more water up from the ocean
- storm develops where air descends rapidly
- when the tropical storm travels across the ocean it continues to gather strength
- when reaches the land the tropical storm begins to die
2
Q
What is tropical storm frequency?
A
how often they occur
3
Q
What is tropical storm distribution?
A
where they occur
4
Q
What is tropical storm intensity?
A
how strong they are
