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Cyclones are large-scale air masses that rotate around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure. They are characterized by inward spiraling winds that rotate counterclockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere, due to the Coriolis effect. Cyclones can form over both land and water, but are especially powerful over warm ocean waters, where they can draw immense energy from the warm, moist air at the surface. Depending on their location and strength, cyclones are referred to by various names such as hurricanes, typhoons, or tropical storms. These storms typically feature heavy rain, high winds, and can lead to significant weather events including storm surges, flooding, and widespread damage to infrastructure and ecosystems. Cyclones play a crucial role in the Earth’s atmospheric circulation, helping to regulate temperature and humidity levels across the globe. However, their increasing intensity and frequency in certain regions have been linked to climate change, raising concerns about future impacts on human settlements and agricultural productivity.