Question

A tropical cyclone is a weather event that causes strong winds and heavy rainfall. What is the source of energy for a tropical cyclone? A. strong trade winds B. low relative humidity C. high pressure systems D. warm ocean water

Answer 1

D

Step-by-step explanation:

Tropical cyclones, or hurricanes, form over warm ocean water. As the water evaporates, a rotating low pressure system forms. The warm ocean water can continue to evaporate and fuel the hurricane, causing it to increase in size and intensity.

Answer 2

Tropical cyclone, also called typhoon or hurricane, an intense circular storm that originates over warm tropical oceans and is characterized by low atmospheric pressure, high winds, and heavy rain.