Hurricanes and Severe Weather

What You'll Learn

Hurricanes form over warm ocean water when moisture and heat create powerful rotating storms. They bring strong winds, heavy rain, and storm surges to coastal areas.

Key Words

sediment
fossil
mineral

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Read and learn: Hurricanes form over warm ocean water when moisture and heat create powerful rotating storms. They bring strong winds, heavy rain, and storm surges to coastal areas.

Step 2 — Do

Measure and record your data in a table.

Step 3 — Observe

Observe what happens and describe it in detail.

Step 4 — Record

Record your observations in your science journal.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What type of rock forms from compressed sediment?