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Lab: Absorption and Radiation by Land and Water — Cumulative exam

Question 16 • *STPSB_Environmental Science 2627

A weather forecaster describes the condition over Florida as having thunderstorms, rotating winds at 60 miles per hour, and heavy rain. Which natural hazard is happening?

Answer
A
a thunderstorm
B
a hurricane
C
a tropical cyclone
D
a flood

Explanation

A tropical cyclone is a rotating storm system that can bring thunderstorms and heavy rain. At 60 miles per hour, its winds are below the 74 mph threshold for a hurricane, so “hurricane” is not the best choice. The best answer is a tropical cyclone.

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