Conditions Needed For A Tropical Storm Flashcards

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What ocean temperature is required

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27 degrees, need source of heat to maintain rising air currents

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What ocean depth is required

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Require ocean depth of at least 70 meters

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Why do tropical storms occur between 5 degrees north and south of the equator

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This is where the corilois effect is highest, brings about the maximum rotation of air

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