Cyclogenesis: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	cyclone development

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A five-panel diagram shows the evolution of a frontal wave cyclone, with blue indicating cold air and red indicating warm air. Arrows illustrate airflow as the system progresses from the initial stage, to wave development, cyclonic circulation, occluded front, and finally dissipation.

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Jacob Bjerknes

Norwegian-American meteorologist

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