Pressure difference and high-speed winds are causes of __.

Earthquake

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Cyclone

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Hailstorm

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Tsunami

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Solution

The correct option is B
Cyclone

Cyclones are caused by high-speed winds and air pressure i.e. atmospheric disturbances around a low-pressure area distinguished by swift and often destructive air circulation. Therefore both high-speed winds and pressure difference are the primary causes of cyclones.

Earthquake and tsunami are caused due to disturbances under the Earth surface.

Hailstorm is the phenomenon in which a heavy rainfall is accompanied by lumps of ice. (hailstone)

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