Tropical Storms and Extreme Weather (OCR GCSE Geography B (Geography for Enquiring Minds)): Quizzes
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What minimum sea temperature is required for tropical storm formation?
What minimum sea temperature is required for tropical storm formation?
26.5°C
Between which latitudes do tropical storms form?
Between which latitudes do tropical storms form?
5° and 15° N/S of Equator
Why can't tropical storms form directly at the Equator?
Why can't tropical storms form directly at the Equator?
Coriolis effect is too weak
To what minimum depth must warm water extend below the ocean surface?
To what minimum depth must warm water extend below the ocean surface?
60 metres
What happens when a tropical storm moves over land?
What happens when a tropical storm moves over land?
It rapidly loses strength
What is the 'eye' of a tropical storm?
What is the 'eye' of a tropical storm?
Calm centre with clear skies
Where are the strongest winds and heaviest rainfall found in a tropical storm?
Where are the strongest winds and heaviest rainfall found in a tropical storm?
In the eyewall
What wind speed do tropical storms commonly exceed?
What wind speed do tropical storms commonly exceed?
120 km/h
What causes storm surge during a tropical storm?
What causes storm surge during a tropical storm?
Low pressure raising sea level
What energy is released when water vapour condenses in a tropical storm?
What energy is released when water vapour condenses in a tropical storm?
Latent heat energy