Name: Destruction Caused by Cyclones
Uploaded: 2019-07-19
Duration: 4 min 2 s
Description: Cyclones are among the most destructive natural phenomena. In this video, let’s learn about some of the major destruction caused by a cyclone.

Question

Solve the crossword puzzle given alongside with the help of the clues given below:

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1. Useful in monitoring the cyclones (10)

3. Instrument used to measure the speed of wind (10)

5. Develop over tropical seas (7)

7. Locate and track approaching cyclones (8)

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2. Funnel-shaped violently rotating column of air (7)

4. A calm area in the centre of cyclone (3)

6. Detects the direction of blowing wind (4, 4)

Accepted Answer

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1. Satellites are useful in monitoring the cyclones. These are artificial satellites that are sent to space for special purposes. They revolve around the earth in an orbit.

3. An anemometer measures wind speed and direction. The term is derived from the Greek word 'anemos' which means wind. This instrument is used by the meteorology department for monitoring the wind speed and direction during the storms and cyclones.

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5. Cyclones develop over tropical seas. When hot air above the surface of the sea rises, it creates a low pressure region, cold air from surroundings occupies the vacant space. This process continues and creates a cyclone.

7. A radar locate and track approaching cyclones. It radiates energy into space and monitors the reflected signal from the objects.

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2. Funnel-shaped violently rotating column of air is called a tornado. Tornadoes form when hot and humid air collides with cold and dry air.

4. A calm area in the centre of the cyclone is called the eye of the cyclone. It is an area of low pressure.

6. A wind vane detects the direction of blowing wind. It rotates about its axis and points in the direction of blowing wind.

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