Tornadoes most often form in the rear portion of a thunderstorm, and are generally preceded by heavy rain, thunder and lightning, and occasionally large hail.
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Yes. A tornado is a violent weather event.
Before a tornado occurs, the atmosphere needs to be unstable, with warm, moist air at the surface and cold, dry air aloft. Wind shear is also crucial, as it creates the rotation necessary for a tornado to form. Storm systems or supercell thunderstorms often provide the ideal conditions for tornado development.
There is no such thing as "a meteorology". Meterology is the scientific study of weather. A tornado is a weather event.
Before a tornado, you may notice severe weather conditions such as dark, rotating clouds, hail, strong winds, and lightning. Tornadoes often form in conjunction with thunderstorms and intense atmospheric instability. It's important to pay attention to severe weather alerts and take safety precautions.
Yes. A tornado is a type of violent windstorm.