Latent heat energy

Key term for Edexcel GCSE Geography B, used in Causes of Tropical Cyclones.

Definition

The 'hidden' heat energy released during condensation that acts as the primary fuel for a tropical cyclone.

Exam Context

Latent heat energy appears in Edexcel GCSE Geography B revision content for Hazardous Earth, especially Causes of Tropical Cyclones and Causes and distribution.

Hazardous Earth Causes of Tropical Cyclones Causes and distribution

Found in Revision Notes

Hazardous Earth

Physical Characteristics and Structure of Tropical Cyclones

Causes of Tropical Cyclones • Causes and distribution

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Related Key Terms

Cirrus clouds Condensation Convection Convergence

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