Atmosphere - Flashcard #2 (REVIEW)

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How do clouds form?

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Water evaporates and condenses on condensation nuclei to form clouds.

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When is the air said to be saturated?

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When it cannot hold any more water vapor.

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What does a lower dew point indicate?

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Less moisture in the air.

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What is relative humidity?

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The ratio of the air’s moisture content to its maximum moisture capacity.

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If a cloud has 'nimbo-' or '-nimbus' in its name, what does it mean?

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It means rain or precipitation.

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What are condensation nuclei?

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Small particles in the atmosphere on which water vapor condenses to form clouds.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term average conditions.

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What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

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The sun provides energy for evaporation, which is a key process in the water cycle.

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What is the significance of the dew point?

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The dew point indicates the temperature at which air becomes saturated and water vapor begins to condense.

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What are the main types of clouds?

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The main types of clouds include cirrus, cumulus, stratus, and nimbus.