Question

Hurricanes require a large amount of energy to form and intensify. In the Atlantic Ocean, a hurricane can develop after

A. Cool ocean water condenses and falls back to Earth near the Equator

B. Cool ocean water evaporates and is blown by winds from Western Africa

C. Warm water cools when meeting trade winds.

D. Warm ocean water heats when meeting trade winds.

Answer 1

Answer:

B

Explanation:

In the case of hurricanes that form in the Atlantic Ocean, the wind blowing westward across the Atlantic from Africa provides the necessary ingredient. As the wind passes over the ocean's surface, water evaporates (turns into water vapor) and rises.