Hurricane vs. Tornado: What's the difference? | Kwizie

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Concepts covered:hurricanes, tornadoes, formation, wind speeds, storm surges

Hurricanes and tornadoes, while both destructive, differ significantly in formation, size, and warning times. Hurricanes form over warm ocean waters and can last for weeks, while tornadoes form from thunderstorms and last only minutes, with tornadoes having higher wind speeds but hurricanes causing more widespread damage due to their size and associated storm surges.

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Hurricane vs. Tornado: What's the difference?

Concepts covered:hurricanes, tornadoes, formation, wind speeds, storm surges

Hurricanes and tornadoes, while both destructive, differ significantly in formation, size, and warning times. Hurricanes form over warm ocean waters and can last for weeks, while tornadoes form from thunderstorms and last only minutes, with tornadoes having higher wind speeds but hurricanes causing more widespread damage due to their size and associated storm surges.

Question 1

Hurricanes form over warm ocean waters.

Question 2

Why are tornado warnings shorter than hurricanes'?

Question 3

Hurricanes form in warm ocean waters, while tornadoes spawn from _____.

Question 4

CASE STUDY: A meteorologist is analyzing a storm system that could develop into a tornado. They need to issue warnings to the public in a timely manner.

What should the meteorologist do next?

Question 5

CASE STUDY: An insurance company is assessing risk for properties in a region prone to both hurricanes and tornadoes. They need to determine which factors to consider for policy adjustments.

Select three correct risk factors for storm-prone areas.

Question 6

Tornadoes have longer warning times than hurricanes.

Question 7

What contributes to a hurricane's triple threat?

Question 8

The average warning time for a tornado is _____ minutes.

Question 9

CASE STUDY: A coastal city is preparing for an incoming hurricane. The local government is planning evacuation routes and emergency shelters. They need to prioritize resources based on the storm's characteristics.

What should the city prioritize for hurricane preparation?

Question 10

Tornadoes can have stronger winds than hurricanes.

Question 11

How do hurricanes and tornadoes differ in formation?

Question 12

Hurricanes can last from a few hours to a few _____.

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