(hydro to Bio) generate strong winds that can completely defoliate forest canopies and cause dramatic structural changes in wooded ecosystems
(Bio to Geo) the force of water from a storm surge can cause coastal erosion
(Event to Atmo) Warm air (holds a tremendous amount of moisture)
(Geo to Hydro) a lot of rainfall to watersheds as they pass

Hurricane Ida

biosphere^

generate strong winds

can completely change ecosystems and can cause extreme damage to the biosphere

hydrosphere provides water for the biosphere to function, grow, and live

hydrosphere

When the Sun heats the oceans, water vapor carries energy into the atmosphere

warm, moist air rises and cools, the process of condensation releases heat

when bodies of water or rain cause land formations to erode

source of energy The common source of energy for hurricanes is thermal energy. During times of warm ocean waters and thunderstorms fuel power hungry hurricanes.

Geosphere

the force of water from a storm surge can cause coastal erosion

Before/after

hurricanes most frequently occur off the Southeast and mid-Atlantic coasts

strong winds, storm surge flooding, and heavy rainfall that can lead to inland flooding, tornadoes, and rip currents

Port Fourchon, Louisiana
August 29, 2021

the atmosphere influences the geosphere by promoting erosion and weathering, surface processes that slowly break down large rocks into smaller ones

Atmosphere

the air is particularly warm and can hold a tremendous amount of moisture

The moisture cools as it rises and condenses into heavy rain, often much more than a typical low pressure system