What is the term for a large rotating storm that forms over the ocean?
Description:
A tropical cyclone is a large rotating storm system characterized by strong winds, heavy rain, and low-pressure centers. It forms over warm ocean waters and can intensify into a tropical storm or hurricane/typhoon depending on wind speeds.
Definitions:
Tropical Depression: A weaker system with wind speeds below 39 mph (63 km/h).
Tropical Storm: A stronger system with wind speeds between 39 mph and 73 mph (63–118 km/h).
Tropical Cyclone: The general term for these systems, which includes tropical depressions, tropical storms, and hurricanes/typhoons (when wind speeds exceed 74 mph or 119 km/h).