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They aren't, really. Tornadoes can be very destructive when they do occur, but they are rare enough that they do not have a very substantial impact on most ecosystems.

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Do tornadoes always follow the rotation of the earth?

No. While most tornadoes rotate in a direction that matches earth's (clockwise in the northern hemisphere and counterclockwise in the southern), a small percentage go against this. The origin of the spin in tornadoes is not directly related to earth's rotation. Most tornadoes also move in an easterly direction, but not always.


Are tornadoes dangerous to the earth?

Tornadoes can be dangerous to both people and structures on Earth due to their destructive winds and flying debris. However, tornadoes are a natural part of the Earth's weather systems and play a role in redistributing heat and moisture in the atmosphere.


Can movement of the Earth's plates cause tornadoes?

Movement of the Earth's plates does not directly cause tornadoes. Tornadoes are usually formed by the interaction of warm, moist air and cold, dry air in the atmosphere, along with specific weather conditions like thunderstorms. Plate tectonics, which involves the movement of the Earth's crustal plates, occurs within the Earth's lithosphere and is not directly related to tornado formation.


How do tornadoes affect earth's crust or land?

Tornadoes can be devastating to vegetation and man-made structures, but the ground itself is usually not affected in any significant way except in the most violent tornadoes. In rare cases tornadoes can be stroung enough to scour away the soil.


What are the three most important things for life on earth?

The three most important things for life on Earth are water, the atmosphere (which provides oxygen and regulates temperature), and a stable source of energy (such as sunlight) for photosynthesis and ecosystem functioning.