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How do pressure differences explain the destructive effects of a tornado's winds?
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Generally the lower the pressure inside a tornado (compared with its surroundings) the stronger and more destructive the winds are.
For example, if the pressure surrounding two tornadoes is 960 millibars, a tornado with a central pressure of 860 millibars will be stronger than one with a pressure of 900 millibars.
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How do pressure differences explain destructive effects of a tornadoes winds?
The low pressure inside a tornado pulls air inward. This air accelerates to great speeds as it enters the tornado, though due to the spin not much of the air actually reaches the center. Generally lower pressure means faster winds, and thus more potential for damage.
Why do tornadoes have such high wind effects?
Pressure differences are the main driving forces for wind. The greater the pressure difference over a given area, the greater the wind speed. Tornadoes produce very low pressure in a very small area.
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The low pressure inside a tornado pulls air inward. This air accelerates to great speeds as it enters the tornado, though due to the spin not much of the air actually reaches the center. Generally lower pressure means faster winds, and thus more potential for damage.
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