Question

a is a rapidly rotating column of air that forms in contact with the surface of the earth and a cumulonimbus cloud.
a is a severe tropical storm that forms over warm ocean waters and can cause widespread damage.
is the science that deals with the phenomena of the atmosphere, especially weather and weather conditions.
a is a storm characterized by the presence of thunder, lightning, and typically heavy rain or hail.
is a sudden electrostatic discharge that occurs during a thunderstorm and can cause fires or injury.

Explanation:

1. A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that forms in contact with the Earth's surface and a cumulonimbus cloud.
2. A hurricane (or typhoon, depending on the region) is a severe tropical storm that forms over warm ocean waters and can cause widespread damage.
3. Meteorology is the science that deals with atmospheric phenomena, especially weather and weather conditions.
4. A thunderstorm is a storm characterized by thunder, lightning, and typically heavy rain or hail.
5. Lightning is a sudden electrostatic discharge during a thunderstorm that can cause fires or injury.

Answer:

1. Tornado
2. Hurricane (or Typhoon)
3. Meteorology
4. Thunderstorm
5. Lightning