Clouds

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What are cumulus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are dense white clouds with fluffy tops and flat bottoms. They usually bring fair weather.

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How do clouds form?

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Clouds form through condensation, which is when water vapor in the air cools and turns into tiny water droplets.

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What type of cloud is stratus?

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Stratus clouds are low, gray clouds that often cover the entire sky and can bring light rain or snow.

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What is a cumulonimbus cloud?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are tall, towering clouds that look like mountains and are associated with heavy rain and thunderstorms.

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What are nimbostratus clouds?

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Nimbostratus clouds are thick, gray clouds that cover the sky and bring continuous, gentle rain or snow.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where water turns into vapor and rises into the air.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from clouds to the ground.

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What are cirrus clouds?

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Cirrus clouds are thin, wispy clouds high in the sky, usually indicating fair weather.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What do stratus clouds look like?

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Stratus clouds appear as a uniform gray layer that can cover the entire sky.