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"Sand tornadoes" are more properly called dust devils because they are not truly tornadoes. Most heat in the atmosphere comes from the sun heating the ground which transfers heat to the air. On hot, sunny days when the sun heat areas of bare ground the air just above the ground can become superheated, reaching temperatures as high as 140 degrees while the air just a couple feet above it remains much cooler. However since hot air is less dense than cool air this setup is extremely unstable, but in some cases it remains balanced until something such as a gust of wind disturbs it. As the wind blows it obtains eddies from buildings, plants, and hills it passes over. If one of these eddies links up with a spot of rising hot air the spin inward moving air speeds it up due to the conservation of angular momentum, producing a vortex with relatively strong winds. The winds and updraft then lift dust and sand into the air, forming a dust devil.
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What characteristics does a sandstorm have to have to be considered a sandstorm?
Sandstorms usually involve lots of sand and dust flying everywhere and the air looks a different colour but I don't know what makes a sandstorm a sandstorm!
What happens during a sandstorm?
During sandstorms, the wind will pick up particles of dust that is loose and can be blown for thousands of miles. The visibility during a sandstorm can be zero.
Can sandstorms be predicted?
Sandstorms are predictable with the right technology. They weren't very predictable until the appropriate technology was developed, and still aren't very predictable in the countries without access to this technology.
Does Nigeria have sandstorms?
Nigeria has sandstorm, especially from November to February. The sandstrom comes from Sahara Desert; the northerners suffer the most.
What do Arabs use to cover their face in a sandstorm?
The Arabs ofyen face sandstorms, as they live in deserts. they then cover themselves with the cloth over their heads.
What characteristics does a sandstorm have to have to be considered a sandstorm?
Sandstorms usually involve lots of sand and dust flying everywhere and the air looks a different colour but I don't know what makes a sandstorm a sandstorm!
Do sandstorms start fires?
No, a sandstorm is when sand is picked up by strong winds and blown across the country. Sandstorms never start fires.
Who is sandstorms mother in warriors?
Erin hunter said brindleface is sandstorm's mother, making her half sister ferncloud.
What is the strength of sandstorms?
The average sandstorm gets up to winds of 120miles per hour +
What happens during a sandstorm?
During sandstorms, the wind will pick up particles of dust that is loose and can be blown for thousands of miles. The visibility during a sandstorm can be zero.
Did Sandstorm and Scouge become mates?
No, Sandstorm and Scourge are not mates. Sandstorm is a ThunderClan cat from the Warriors series by Erin Hunter, while Scourge is a former leader of BloodClan and a antagonist in the same series. Their interaction is as adversaries, not mates.
Are spottedleaf and sandstorm kin?
yes because redtail is sandstorms father, and willowpelt, spottedleaf, and redtail were littermates.
What are the types of clouds that are associated with sandstorms?
None. A sandstorm is just wind blowing sand around. No precipitation is involved.
How do you make the sandstorms stop in Pokemon ruby?
The sand storm never stops. After beating a certain gym, you will be given an item that allows you to see in sandstorms. The battles in that area will take place in a sandstorm.
Can sandstorms be predicted?
Sandstorms are predictable with the right technology. They weren't very predictable until the appropriate technology was developed, and still aren't very predictable in the countries without access to this technology.
How do sandstorm become?
Sandstorm stays Sandstorm... there must have been a typo
Does Nigeria have sandstorms?
Nigeria has sandstorm, especially from November to February. The sandstrom comes from Sahara Desert; the northerners suffer the most.
