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What is the source of energy that fuels large storms such as hurricanes?

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Their source of energy is water vapor which is evaporated from the ocean surface. Water vapor is the "fuel" for the hurricanes because it releases the "latent heat of condensation" when it condenses to form clouds and rain, warming the surrounding air.

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Heat of water - thermal energy
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