Lunar Cycle affects Cyclone strength


	Lunar Cycle affects Cyclone strength

pokkets

3-8-2009 8:45 PM

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Known as Hurricanes, Typhoons and Cyclones, depending on the location Scientists have noticed the pattern, but are yet to discover the mechanism behind the variations

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