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"Water tornadoes," which are called waterspouts, are divided into two categories.
Fair-weather waterspouts, are structured differently and generally weaker than classic tornadoes.
Tornadic waterspouts are ordinary tornadoes that happen to be on water, they are just as strong as ordinary tornadoes.
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Why is a tornado stronger than an earthquake?
It isn't. An earthquake releases far more energy than a tornado.
Has there ever been an F7 tornado?
No. No tornado stronger than F5 has ever been recorded.
What is the name to a tornado that only forms over open water?
Yes. A tornado on water is called a waterspout.
What happens to a waterspout when it hits land?
None really. A waterspout occurs on water and a landspout is essentially the same thing on land. Though a smaller percentage of waterspouts are actually classic supercell tornadoes on water.
Is an earthquake stronger than a tornado?
In terms of the energy output, yes.
Why is water stronger than water?
Water is stronger than rock.
What the worst characteristics of a tornado?
In a violent tornado the worst features are flying debris and suction vortices, small whirlwinds that have stronger winds than the rest of the tornado.
Can a waterspout go over land?
Yes, a waterspout can occasionally move over land if it forms over a body of water and then moves inland. As it moves over land, it is known as a tornado rather than a waterspout. Waterspouts are essentially tornadoes over water.
What is stronger a small skinny tornado or a large tornado?
A large tornado is typically stronger than a small, skinny tornado. The size of a tornado is often an indication of its strength, with wider tornadoes usually having higher wind speeds and causing more damage. However, other factors such as wind speed, duration, and path can also affect a tornado's strength.
Which characteristics of a tornado are the most dangerous?
In a violent tornado the worst features are flying debris and suction vortices, small whirlwinds that have stronger winds than the rest of the tornado.
Is a tsunami stronger than a tornado?
In terms of overall energy output, a tsunamis is generally stronger. Outside of that, it is difficult to compare the two.
Are icebergs stronger than a tornado?
There is no basis for comparison between the two. An iceberg's "strength" is its mass and hardness. A tornado's strength is its wind speed.
