Question

Consider the following characteristics of a tropical cyclone:
1. A warm sea temperature of $>{26}^o$C
2. High relative humidity of atmosphere at a height of $>700m$
3. Atmospheric instability
The above mentioned characteristics are associated with which one of the following cycles of its development?

• A. Formulation and initial stage
• B. Modification stage
• C. Full maturity
• D. Decay

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Full maturity

At the stage of maturity of a tropical cyclone, the conditions are ;

1. A warm sea temperature of $>{26}^o$C
2. High relative humidity of atmosphere at a height of $>700m$
3. Atmospheric instability

The next stage is the decay stage where the cyclone dies.