Cyclones, Flooding, Drought
Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Geography
Flashcards for Cyclones, Flooding, Drought — Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Geography. Quick Q&A cards covering key concepts, definitions, and formulas.
Interactive on Super Tutor
Studying Cyclones, Flooding, Drought? Get the full interactive chapter.
Quizzes, flashcards, AI doubt-solver and a step-by-step study plan — built for flashcards and more.
1,000+ Class 12 students started this chapter today
What is a cyclone?
Answer
A cyclone is a system of rapid inward air circulation around a low-pressure area. The air moves anticlockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere. Cyclones form over wa…
Why is the word 'cyclone' derived from the Greek word 'Cyclos'?
Answer
The word 'cyclone' comes from the Greek word 'Cyclos', meaning 'coils of a snake'. It was coined by Henry Peddington because tropical cyclones in the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea appear like coiled s…
List the conditions necessary for the formation of tropical cyclones.
Answer
1. Sea surface temperature above 27°C up to 50 meters depth. 2. High relative humidity up to 5,000 meters in the atmosphere. 3. Presence of Coriolis force. 4. Small variation in vertical wind speed. 5…
Which months are most prone to cyclones in India?
Answer
Cyclones in India mostly occur in October, November, December, April, and May. There are two peaks: a primary peak in November and a secondary peak in May.
Which Indian states are most vulnerable to cyclones on the east coast?
Answer
The most cyclone-prone states on the east coast are Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and West Bengal. Puducherry (UT) is also highly vulnerable.
Which state on the west coast is most vulnerable to cyclones?
Answer
Gujarat is the most cyclone-prone state on the west coast of India.
What are the main consequences of cyclones?
Answer
1. Inundation of seawater in low-lying coastal areas. 2. Heavy floods and landslides. 3. Erosion of beaches and embankments. 4. Destruction of vegetation, infrastructure, and loss of life. 5. Crop fai…
What is a flood?
Answer
A flood is a condition where water levels in rivers or coastal areas rise abnormally and submerge land that is normally dry. It occurs when the volume of water exceeds the carrying capacity of the riv…
+17 more flashcards available
Practice AllFrequently Asked Questions
What are the important topics in Cyclones, Flooding, Drought for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Geography?
How to score full marks in Cyclones, Flooding, Drought — Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Geography?
How many flashcards are available for Cyclones, Flooding, Drought?
Sources & Official References
Content is aligned to the official syllabus. Refer to the board website for the latest curriculum.
More resources for Cyclones, Flooding, Drought
Practice Quiz
Test yourself with a quick quiz
Important Questions
Practice with board exam-style questions
Revision Notes
Key points for last-minute revision
Formula Sheet
All formulas in one place
Chapter Summary
Understand the chapter at a glance
Concept Maps
See how topics connect visually
Study Plan
Step-by-step plan to ace this chapter
Syllabus
What topics to cover
NCERT Solutions
Every textbook question solved step by step
For serious students
Get the full Cyclones, Flooding, Drought chapter — for free.
Quizzes, flashcards, AI doubt-solver and a step-by-step study plan for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Geography.