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The "dirty side" of a hurricane, explained

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Learning Stats

B2

Nível CEFR

891

Total Words

337

Unique Words

6/10

Dificuldade

Vocabulary Diversity 38%

Legendas (134 segments)

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when there's an Atlantic hurricane in

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the forecast you see a lot of these

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diagrams these Graphics show what's

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called The Cone of uncertainty it's the

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range of potential paths the center of a

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tropical storm could take it's often

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shortened to just the cone or forecast

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cone it fans out like this because

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meteorologists can't know for sure which

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way the center will go but these

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familiar diagrams leave out something

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that's super important for mapping how

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far reaching A hurricane's impact area

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could be they don't show what happens

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Key Vocabulary (22)

you A1 pronoun

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

show A1 verb

To allow something to be seen by pointing it out or displaying it. It can also mean to explain or demonstrate how to do a specific task.

side A1 noun

A side is a flat surface of an object that is not the top, bottom, front, or back. It can also refer to the left or right part of something or a position next to a person or thing.

eye A1 noun

The organ of the body that humans and animals use to see. It is located on the face and allows us to perceive light, color, and shapes.

left A2 adjective

Positioned on or relating to the side of the human body which is to the west when the person is facing north. It describes a direction or location that is the opposite of right.

right A1 adjective

This word describes something that is correct, accurate, or based on facts. It is also used to talk about actions that are morally good or socially acceptable.

"That's the right answer to the question."

impact B2 noun

The powerful effect that something has on a situation or person. It can also refer to the physical force of one object hitting another.

potential C1 adjective

Describes something that is currently latent or possible but has not yet been realized or manifested. It refers to qualities or abilities that may develop into something significant in the future given the right conditions.

storm A2 noun

A storm is an occurrence of bad weather characterized by strong winds and usually heavy rain, snow, or thunder. It can cause damage to buildings or disrupt travel and daily activities.

"The storm damaged several buildings in the area."

dirty A1 adjective

Not clean and covered with things like mud, dust, or marks. It is used to describe objects, clothes, or people that need washing.

"This is very dirty."

hurricane A1 noun

A hurricane is a very large and powerful storm with extremely strong winds and heavy rain. These storms form over warm ocean waters and can cause significant damage when they move over land.

"The hurricane is important."

forecast A1 noun

A forecast is a description of what is likely to happen in the future based on information available now. In the context of weather, it tells you if it will be sunny, rainy, or cold in the coming days.

"The forecast is important."

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