Hurricanes are intense weather systems that thrive on warm ocean waters, where the Sun's heat transforms water into vapor, which then releases thermal energy as it condenses. This process fuels hurricanes, making them powerful enough to cause severe damage through strong winds, storm surges, and heavy rainfall.
The moisture cools as it rises and condenses into heavy rain, often much more than a typical low pressure system
the air is particularly warm and can hold a tremendous amount of moisture
the atmosphere influences the geosphere by promoting erosion and weathering, surface processes that slowly break down large rocks into smaller ones
Hurricane Ida
Port Fourchon, Louisiana
August 29, 2021
strong winds, storm surge flooding, and heavy rainfall that can lead to inland flooding, tornadoes, and rip currents
Before/after
hurricanes most frequently occur off the Southeast and mid-Atlantic coasts
Geosphere
the force of water from a storm surge can cause coastal erosion
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.
when bodies of water or rain cause land formations to erode
hydrosphere
warm, moist air rises and cools, the process of condensation releases heat
When the Sun heats the oceans, water vapor carries energy into the atmosphere
hydrosphere provides water for the biosphere to function, grow, and live
biosphere
can completely change ecosystems and can cause extreme damage to the biosphere