Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE About a Hurricane

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE about a hurricane as it makes landfall?

• A) The hurricane is cut off from the warm water and its strength decreases.
• B) The friction of the coastline decreases the hurricane's strength.
• C) Interactions with trees, houses and buildings decrease the hurricane's strength.
• D) All energy is cut off to the hurricane and it immediately stops.
• E) The hurricane increases in intensity as it causes damage.

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Definitions:

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