Question

evaporation from the surface of the ocean is the main energy source for
a. waves.

b. tornadoes.

c. hurricanes.

d. tsunamis.

Explanation:

• Waves are mainly caused by wind blowing over the ocean surface, not ocean evaporation as the main energy source.
• Tornadoes form over land (or sometimes near coasts) due to severe thunderstorms and atmospheric instability, not primarily from ocean evaporation.
• Hurricanes (tropical cyclones) derive their energy from the latent heat released when water vapor from ocean evaporation condenses. Warm ocean water evaporation provides the moisture and energy for hurricane development.
• Tsunamis are usually caused by underwater earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or landslides, not ocean evaporation.

Answer:

C. hurricanes