Clouds

Front

What type of cloud is made of ice crystals and signals snow?

Back

Cirrocumulus

Front

What is the name of the cloud that is often associated with thunderstorms and is depicted in the blue circle?

Back

Cumulonimbus

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What type of cloud is fog classified as?

Back

Stratus

Front

What does the Latin word 'stratus' mean?

Back

Layer

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

Front

What type of cloud is characterized by a uniform gray appearance and covers the sky?

Back

Stratus

Front

What type of cloud is known for its puffy appearance and is typically found at low altitudes?

Back

Cumulus

Front

What type of cloud is often seen at high altitudes and can indicate fair weather?

Back

Cirrus

Front

What type of cloud is associated with precipitation and has a towering structure?

Back

Cumulonimbus

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Front

What are the main characteristics of stratus clouds?

Back

Stratus clouds are low-level clouds that appear as a uniform gray layer, often bringing light rain or drizzle.

Front

What type of cloud is formed by the lifting of warm, moist air?

Back

Cumulus

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6