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Published: 31.01.2004.
Language: English
Level: Secondary school
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  • Essays 'Tornadoes', 1.
  • Essays 'Tornadoes', 2.
  • Essays 'Tornadoes', 3.
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This report is on tornadoes, how tornadoes are formed, different types of tornadoes, American tornadoes and some facts on the subject of tornadoes.
What is a tornado?
A tornado, commonly known as a twister, is a violent spinning column of air. Tornadoes are numerous and devastating. During May in Central, Eastern and North Eastern USA, on average of five a day are reported. Tornadoes can spiral around at up to 450kph and can travel up to 100kph, leaving a path of destruction as it spins along. Tornadoes are actually very small and VERY violent. …

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