Subject Experts Solutions for Chapter: Winds, Storms and Cyclones, Exercise 2: Exercise 8.2

Suggest some precautions to be taken to prevent the roof of a tin sheet from flying away during a fierce wind storm.

Describe an activity to demonstrate that warm air is lighter than cool air.

The picture in figure shows tree line along the sea coast on an island near the equator. As shown, the tree tops are permanently bent in one direction. Are the trees bent towards the sea or away from it? Explain.

Mention the hazards of thunderstorm.

Describe the damage caused by a tornado. What precaution should be taken for protection from a tornado?

How is cyclone formed? Name the factor which help in the development of a cyclone?

How has advanced technology helped in protection from cyclones?

What advance planning should be done by people living in cyclone prone coastal areas?