weather hazards key information Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
what is the coriolis effect
A
the effect of the earths rotation
2
Q
where are toropical storms located
A
5-15 deggeres
3
Q
what ares are tropical storms found preseure wise
A
low
3
Q
temp needed to for tropical storms to form
A
27 temp
4
Q
3 parts of tropical storms
A
eye , eyewall and rain bands
5
Q
how fast are winds in tropical storms
A
75 mph
6
Q
how could climate change affect tropical storms
A
.could make them more intense (more powerfull )
.could make them more frequent (happen more often)
could increase the distribution (affect more areas further from the equator)
7
Q
quaternary
A
the period of geological time from 2.6 million years ago
