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A sand tornado is not a true tornado but a phenomenon called a dust devil. A dust devil takes for form of a whirling cloud of dust as dust is sucked up by the vortex. It may appear tubelike and gradually fades into nothing farther up.

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Which i a good example of sand silt and clay carried by a tornado fall to the ground?

A good example of sand, silt, and clay carried by a tornado falling to the ground would be the aftermath of the tornado where you can see different layers of sediment deposited on the ground. This layering effect occurs because of the varying sizes and weights of the particles in the tornado's air current, with heavier particles such as sand falling first followed by finer particles like silt and clay settling on top.


What is a sand tornado?

A sand tornado is not truly a tornado. It is a phenomenon called a dust devil. Dust devils are whirlwinds that form when a layer of hot air forms just above the ground and rises in a relatively small, rotating column, picking up up dust or sand as it does so. Dust devils are rarely strong enough to cause damage, and are much weaker than tornadoes.


What are clouds that look like ripples in the sand called?

Clouds that look like ripples in the sand are called "undulatus clouds." These clouds typically have a wave-like or parallel pattern, creating a striking visual effect in the sky. Undulatus clouds are often associated with stable atmospheric conditions.


When was the last tornado in Alaska?

As of October of 2012 the last recorded tornado ins Alaska was on July 25, 2005 near Sand Point. It was rated F0.


What does a tornado taste like?

A tornado doesn't really taste like anything. However, they are often described as smelling like a mix of rain and fresh cut wood.

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Does a sand tornado stay in place?

No. A "sand tornado" (which is a dust devil, not an actual tornado) will move in whatever direction the wind around it is blowing.


What does 50 grams of sand look like?

a pile of sand


What does the area look like after tornado how many people die from tornadoes?

It would depend on the severity of the tornado.


How does clouds look like wen a tornado is up?

a funnel


How does a tornado look like?

A tornado looks either looks tall and skiny, short and fat,or medium sized.


Which i a good example of sand silt and clay carried by a tornado fall to the ground?

A good example of sand, silt, and clay carried by a tornado falling to the ground would be the aftermath of the tornado where you can see different layers of sediment deposited on the ground. This layering effect occurs because of the varying sizes and weights of the particles in the tornado's air current, with heavier particles such as sand falling first followed by finer particles like silt and clay settling on top.


What are some examples of bugs that look like sand?

Some examples of bugs that look like sand include sand fleas, sand flies, and sand beetles. These insects have evolved to blend in with their sandy environments, making them difficult to spot.


What does a tornado look like without the funnel?

Without a funnel, a tornado will likely appear as a whirling cloud of dust or debris. If there is not enough of that present, then the tornado will be invisible.


What continents look like a big and a small tornado?

Asia , i am guessing


What does a Ribosomes look like in a plant cell?

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What is a sand tornado?

A sand tornado is not truly a tornado. It is a phenomenon called a dust devil. Dust devils are whirlwinds that form when a layer of hot air forms just above the ground and rises in a relatively small, rotating column, picking up up dust or sand as it does so. Dust devils are rarely strong enough to cause damage, and are much weaker than tornadoes.