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Which factor contributes to the strength of hurricanes?
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warmer ocean temperatures
warmer ocean temperatures
cooler ocean temperatures
cooler ocean temperatures
rising sea levels
rising sea levels
increasing levels of pesticides and other pollutants
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warmer ocean temperatures
Warmer sea surfaces (generally above ~26.5°C) increase evaporation and latent heat release, which fuels and can strengthen hurricanes.
Warmer sea surfaces (generally above ~26.5°C) increase evaporation and latent heat release, which fuels and can strengthen hurricanes.
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