Geography-Global atmospheric circulation, tropical storms and extreme weather in the UK. 0.0 / 5 ? GeographyWeather and climateGCSEAQA Created by: Imogenchloe05Created on: 12-02-17 18:28 How does global atmospheric circulation lead to high and low pressure belts? The atmospheric pressure being lower or higher than the surrounding area. 1 of 8 How are tropical storms distributed? Warms oceans above 27 degrees to be able to form and in Autumn and Summer when sea temperatures are at their highest. 2 of 8 What conditions are required for a tropical storm to develop? Ocean waters 27 degrees or above. Intense heat makes the air unstable causing it to rise rapidly. 3 of 8 What direction does a tropical storm move? East to West. 4 of 8 Which way do tropical storms rotate? Clockwise. 5 of 8 What can cause a tropical storm to lose strength? Moving over land where the water supply is low. 6 of 8 How might climate change affect tropical storms? There are likely to be more tropical storms each year if the climate becomes warmer. 7 of 8 What are the types of extreme weather that can be experienced in the UK? 1)Thunderstorms 2)Prolonged rainfall. 3)Drought and extreme heat. 4)Heavy snow and extreme cold. 5) Strong winds. 8 of 8
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