What happens when hurricanes encounter land masses?

they change the direction of rotation

they increase in intensity

they lessen in intensity

land has little effect on hurricanes

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When hurricanes encounter land masses, they generally lessen in intensity. This is because hurricanes draw energy from warm ocean water. When they move over land, they lose this energy source and experience increased friction, which often leads to a weakening of the storm. The impacts can include reduced wind speeds and diminished overall strength before the storm dissipates.