Storms that form in the tropics are given names when
A) they reach tropical storm strength.
B) they become fully developed hurricanes.
C) they approach to within 250 miles of land.
D) rotation becomes visible on a satellite photograph.

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Storms in the tropics are given names when they reach tropical storm strength, which means they have sustained winds of at least 39 miles per hour. This allows the public and emergency management agencies to track and communicate about the storm more easily.

Storms That Form in the Tropics Are Given Names When