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Quick questions on Tropical cyclones explained: H2 Geography
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What is conditions for formation?Show answer
A tropical cyclone forms only where several conditions occur together:
What are the hazards?Show answer
A cyclone delivers three main hazards: extreme winds that damage structures; a storm surge as low pressure and onshore winds pile water against the coast, the biggest killer on low coasts; and torrential rain causing river and flash flooding and landslides.
What is q1?Show answer
State three conditions necessary for a tropical cyclone to form. [3 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Explain why a tropical cyclone weakens after making landfall. [2 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Explain why storm surge causes most deaths on low-lying tropical coasts. [3 marks]
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