Cyclone Guide, Meaning , Facts, Information and Description
- This article is about the meteorological phenomenon. For other uses of the term see Cyclone (disambiguation).
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2 The Norwegian Cyclone Model 3 Types of Cylones
3.1 Tropical cyclones
4 See also3.2 Subtropical cyclones 3.3 Mid-latitude cylones 3.4 Mesocylcones 3.5 Tornadoes |
Cyclones are centered about an area of low atmospheric pressure. The tendency of air to move from areas of high pressure to areas of low pressure, known as the pressure gradient force, is responsible for the centripedal force necessary maintain the cyclone's circulation.
Tropical cyclones (also known as tropical storms, hurricanes and typhoons) are cyclones which form over warm ocean waters and draw their energy from the evaporation and condensation of that water. They are characterized by a strong area of low pressure at the surface and an area of higher pressure aloft. Tropical cyclones are associated with strong thunderstorms, high winds, and flooding.
Subtropical cyclones lie somewhere in between tropical cyclones and mid-latitude cyclones, drawing a portion of their energy through the evaporation and condensation of ocean water, and some if it through horizontal temperature gradients in the atmosphere.
In North America, a tornado may also be called a cyclone. This usage has gone out of favour in recent years as professional weather forecasters have avoided using the term in this way.
This is an Article on Cyclone. Page Contains Information, Facts Details or Explanation Guide About Cyclone Structure
The Norwegian Cyclone Model
Types of Cylones
Tropical cyclones
Subtropical cyclones
Mid-latitude cylones
Mesocylcones
Tornadoes
See also