Which is the correct order of tropical cyclone classification,from weakest to strongest?
A)tropical disturbance-tropical depression-tropical storm-hurricane
B)tropical depression-tropical disturbance-hurricane-tropical storm
C)tropical storm-tropical disturbance-tropical depression-hurricane
D)hurricane-tropical disturbance-tropical depression-tropical storm
E)tropical depression-tropical disturbance-super typhoon--hurricane

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This is the correct order of tropical cyclone classification, as designated by the National Hurricane Center. A tropical disturbance is an area of organized thunderstorms with no closed circulation. A tropical depression has a closed circulation and sustained wind speeds of less than 39 mph. A tropical storm has sustained wind speeds of 39-73 mph. And a hurricane has sustained winds of 74 mph or greater.

Which Is the Correct Order of Tropical Cyclone Classification,from Weakest