Question

Choose the incorrect statement.

• A. Tornado is the smallest, most violent weather disturbance that occur on the earth.
• B. Tornadoes are defined as high pressure center where winds moves into high pressure and move upward.
• C. Tornadoes are of a dark color due to the dominance of dust, sand and condensed moisture.
• D. Tornadoes are funnel shaped storms.

Hint:

Remember that all major storms (hurricanes, cyclones, tornadoes) are intense low-pressure systems. Air always flows from high pressure to low pressure, so winds rush into a storm's center.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Evaluation of Statement A.
Tornadoes, though small-scale, possess the most violent winds, making this statement accurate.

Step 2: Evaluation of Statement B.
This statement is false. Tornadoes feature an extremely low-pressure center, causing violent inward and upward spiraling air. High-pressure centers correspond to calm, descending air and clear weather.

Step 3: Evaluation of Statement C.
A tornado's funnel cloud is visible due to condensed water droplets, dust, debris, and soil, giving it a characteristic dark color. This statement is correct.

Step 4: Evaluation of Statement D.
The typical appearance of a tornado is a funnel-shaped cloud reaching from a thunderstorm's base to the ground. This statement is correct.Conclusion: Statement B is incorrect.