Analyze and interpret weather data to explain the effects of moisture evaporating from the ocean on weather patterns and weather events such as hurricanes.
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What is one condition that is necessary for a hurricane to form?
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A strong cold front
Cold ocean water
A strong warm front
Warm ocean water
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Thunderstorms are more common in some areas than in others. The map shows the average number of thunderstorms per year in different parts of the United States. Why are there significantly more thunderstorms in Florida than in California?
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The air in Florida is more stable than the air in California.
The state of Florida is smaller than the state of California.
The air above Florida holds less moisture than the air above California
The ocean currents near Florida are warmer than the ocean currents near California.
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What is one condition that is necessary for a hurricane to form?
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Thunderstorms are more common in some areas than in others. The map shows the average number of thunderstorms per year in different parts of the United States. Why are there significantly more thunderstorms in Florida than in California?
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In 2011, Typhoon Nesat struck the Philippines and caused widespread flooding. After hitting the Philippines, Typhoon Nesat was predicted to hit the large city of Hanoi, Vietnam. If Typhoon Nesat had continued along the same path, which development would most likely have reduced its strength before it hit Hanoi?
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Hurricanes and similar storm systems begin over oceans. The map below shows average surface temperatures of the oceans in the summer. Based on the map, which area probably produced the most violent storm systems?
