Storms & Scales
What does the Enhanced Fujita Scale measure?
Tornado wind speed and damage
What do climate zone maps represent?
Data about the climate characteristics earth climate represented in different colors
On a climograph, what do the vertical bars represent?
Precipitation
Where do most Atlantic storms start?
Off the west coast of Africa
What is the goal of sustainable development in the Amazon?
Preserve nature while allowing responsible use
What does the Saffir-Simpson scale help us understand?
The damage potential based on wind speed
Which climate region is known for cold winters and warm summers, like the Midwest?
Humid Continental
If a climograph shows very low precipitation year-round, what type of climate is likely?
Arid (Desert)
What combination of conditions leads to hurricane formation?
Warm ocean water and moist air
Why do Native Amazonians oppose deforestation?
It threatens their traditional lifestyle
What does a hurricane warning mean?
A hurricane is expected or happening soon
What climate zone is typically found near the equator?
Tropical
What makes highland climates unique compared to surrounding regions?
Elevation affects temperature and precipitation
Why is the eye of a hurricane considered calm?
Winds are weakest and skies may be clear
What is a major environmental concern with cattle ranching in the Amazon?
It causes deforestation
What is the highest rating on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale?
Category 5
What climate zone is Windhoek, Namibia?
Arid (Desert)
What does the line on a climograph typically represent?
Temperature
What part of the hurricane has the strongest winds?
The eyewall
What do rubber tappers argue for using the Amazon
Creates economic benefit without harming the forest
What weather conditions are needed for a tornado to form?
Warm, moist air at the surface and cool, dry air aloft
Along what lines of latitude do we find most of the world’s deserts?
Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn
If a climograph shows high precipitation in summer and low in winter, what climate might it represent?
Monsoon or tropical wet and dry
What is storm surge and why is it dangerous?
A rise in sea level caused by a hurricane that can lead to flooding
How does logging affect biodiversity in the rainforest?
It destroys habitats and reduces species diversity