differences between tornadoes and waterspouts
Tornadoes and waterspouts are both convective storm systems that form due to similar atmospheric conditions, but they differ in their location and formation. Tornadoes typically occur over land, while waterspouts form over bodies of water. Additionally, tornadoes are generally more powerful and can cause severe damage on land, while waterspouts tend to be weaker and mostly remain over water.
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