How are tropical storms formed?

- Air is heated above war tropical oceans, causing it to rise. This then creates the perfect conditions for weather systems that require LOW PRESSURE areas. - While the air rises, more air and moisture rises creating STRONG WINDS. - The Coriolis effect causes the air to SPIN upwards around the eye of the storm, the calm centre. Cold air sinks into the eye of the storm, creating high pressure, which is why its calmer and drier. - As the air rises and condenses, it forms cumulonimbus clouds that generate torrential rainfall. The HEAT given off powers the storm. - The tropical storm travels in the direction of the prevailing winds, and when it meets land, it loses its power since its no longer powered by heat or moisture from the ocean and due to obstacles.