Tropicsl Storms Flashcards
What is a tropical storm (definition)
A tropical storm is a violent rotating storm with an eye in the centre
Where do tropical storms occur
Tropical storms occur 5-30 degrees north /south of the equator
Where does the tropical storm spin if it forms in north or south of the equatir
If it forms in the north ut skins clockwise
If it forms in the south If forms anti-clockwise
They NEVER target areas along the equator
What temperature does the ocean need to be for a tropical storm to form
And whay will there be more topical storms in the future
27 degrees
The oceans are getting warmer because of climate change
What is the structure of a tropical storm inside-out
Eye I’m the middle
Cool air sicked downwards by low pressure
Warm air drawn upwards
Spinning vortex made of high winds and heavy rain
Bands of thunderstorms