A tropical storm and a cyclone are essentially the same type of weather system, but the term "cyclone" is used in different regions of the world to describe these storms.

 A tropical storm and a cyclone are essentially the same type of weather system, but the term "cyclone" is used in different regions of the world to describe these storms. In the North Atlantic and Northeast Pacific, they are called hurricanes. In the Northwest Pacific, they are called typhoons. In the South Pacific and Indian Ocean, they are called cyclones.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Tropical Storm:

This is a general term for a rotating, organized system of clouds and thunderstorms with a defined circulation and sustained winds of 39-73 mph (63-117 km/h).

Cyclone:

This term is used to describe the same type of rotating storm system when it occurs in the South Pacific and Indian Ocean.

Hurricanes and Typhoons:

These are regional names for tropical cyclones. Hurricanes are in the Atlantic and Northeast Pacific, while Typhoons are in the Northwest Pacific.

How do hurricanes form and how do they differ from cyclones ...

All of these terms refer to the same type of powerful storm system that develops over tropical or subtropical ocean waters, characterized by strong winds, heavy rain, and potential for storm surges. The intensity of the storm can be further classified as a tropical depression (winds up to 38 mph), tropical storm (winds 39-73 mph), and then further categorized as hurricane, typhoon, or tropical cyclone based on wind speed and location.