Author Question: In tropical cyclones, condensation energy is able to produce more heat. Indicate whether the ... (Read 125 times)

james · **on:** Aug 22, 2018

In tropical cyclones, condensation energy is able to produce more heat. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Cyclones are rotating high pressure systems in which winds converge and ascend. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

cupcake16 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: F
The condensation energy is able to generate more air movement, not heat. Only 2 to 4 of
condensation energy is converted to motional energy. Information can be found in the section Storms
Are Variations in Large-Scale Atmospheric Circulation

Answer to Question 2

ANS: F
Cyclones are low pressure air masses that rotate. They can be called various names depending on their
location. Information can be found in the section Storms Are Variations in Large-Scale Atmospheric
Circulation.