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    Why Do Hurricanes Initially Form Only in the Tropics
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Why Do Hurricanes Initially Form Only in the Tropics

Question 42

Question 42

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Why do hurricanes initially form only in the tropics?


A) Warm water temperatures are found there.
B) Stronger pressure gradients are found there.
C) Coriolis is weaker there.
D) Subsiding air currents are found there.

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