Why Are the Winds in a Hurricane and Tornado So

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Multiple Choice

Why are the winds in a hurricane and tornado so strong?

• A)the pressure gradient is weak.
• B)the pressure at the center of the storm is very low.
• C)tremendous amounts of evaporation occur in the center of the storm.
• D)friction in the air is minimal.
• E)Coriolis makes them spin quickly.

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Discrimination against people on the basis of their gender.

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