A tropical cyclone, also known as a hurricane, typhoon, or cyclone depending on the region, is a powerful, rotating storm system characterized by low atmospheric pressure, strong winds, and heavy rainfall. Tropical cyclones form over warm tropical or subtropical ocean waters and are one of the most intense weather phenomena on Earth. Here are the key features and characteristics of tropical cyclones: Formation: Tropical cyclones typically form over warm ocean waters with sea surface temperatures of at least 26.5 degrees Celsius (79.7 degrees Fahrenheit) to a depth of about 50 meters (164 feet). They require a combination of warm ocean temperatures, high humidity, atmospheric instability, and a low vertical wind shear (a change in wind speed or direction with height) to develop. The Coriolis effect, caused by the Earth's rotation, also plays a crucial role in their rotation. Eye and Eyewall: Tropical cyclones have a well-defined center called the eye, which is a region of relatively...