Characteristics and Causes of Tropical Cyclones in Arabian Sea
Tropical cyclones, known by various names around the world such as hurricanes, typhoons, and cyclones, are powerful and destructive storms that form over warm ocean waters in tropical and subtropical regions. These storms are characterized by strong winds, heavy rainfall, and low-pressure centres.
Characteristics of Tropical Cyclones
- Eye: The centre of a tropical cyclone features a well-defined, calm region known as the "eye." The eye is typically clear and cloud-free, with light winds. Surrounding the eye is a circular wall of intense thunderstorms called the eyewall.
- Eyewall: The eyewall is where the most intense winds and heaviest rainfall are concentrated. It ....
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