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Not really. A tornado is defined as a violent rotating column of air, but when a strong tornado hits a populated areas, it picks up pieces of buildings, adding high speed debris to the vortex. Even a weak tornado creates a whirl of dust.

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What are the tornadoes made of?

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Do tornadoes cause air pollution?

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who made tornadoes come to life?

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Do tornadoes have to mix with hot air?

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