Why Do Hurricanes Dissipate When They Move Over Land

question 12

Multiple Choice

Why do hurricanes dissipate when they move over land?

• A)The land is not warm enough to sustain the hurricane.
• B)The Coriolis force is not strong enough to sustain the hurricane.
• C)There is no longer enough evaporation and condensation to sustain the hurricane.
• D)Friction causes the hurricane to slow.

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