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Bill Nye Storms Questions and Answers | Latest Update | Graded A+ What is a storm? A storm is a violent disturbance of the atmosphere that can produce heavy rain, strong winds, thunder, lightning, and other severe weather conditions. What role do thunderstorms play in the weather syst...

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What is a storm?


✔✔ A storm is a violent disturbance of the atmosphere that can produce heavy rain, strong

winds, thunder, lightning, and other severe weather conditions.




What role do thunderstorms play in the weather system?


✔✔ Thunderstorms help to balance the temperature in the atmosphere by redistributing heat and

moisture.




What is the main cause of a hurricane?


✔✔ Hurricanes are primarily caused by warm ocean water, which provides the energy needed to

fuel the storm's development.




What happens during the eye of a hurricane?


✔✔ The eye of a hurricane is a calm area in the center of the storm where winds are light, and

weather conditions are relatively clear.




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, What is the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning?


✔✔ A tornado watch means conditions are favorable for tornadoes to form, while a tornado

warning means a tornado has been sighted or indicated by radar.




How does lightning form during a storm?


✔✔ Lightning forms when there is a buildup of electrical charge within clouds, leading to a

discharge of electricity between areas of differing charges.




What are the stages of a thunderstorm?


✔✔ The stages of a thunderstorm include the cumulus stage, mature stage, and dissipating stage.




Why are storms important for ecosystems?


✔✔ Storms are important for ecosystems because they help distribute water, nutrients, and seeds,

promoting growth and maintaining biodiversity.




What is the significance of the Saffir-Simpson scale?


✔✔ The Saffir-Simpson scale measures the intensity of hurricanes based on wind speed, which

helps predict potential damage and inform preparedness.




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