Clouds and Weather instruments

Front

What is the Earth's atmosphere mainly made of?

Back

Air (gas)

Front

Which cloud looks puffy like cotton balls?

Back

Cumulus

Front

What does a barometer measure?

Back

Air pressure

Front

Which cloud is thin and feathery?

Back

Cirrus

Front

What are clouds made of?

Back

Water droplets, ice crystals, and dust

Front

What is the role of clouds in the weather?

Back

They help in precipitation and regulating temperature.

Front

What instrument measures rainfall?

Back

Rain gauge

Front

What type of cloud is associated with thunderstorms?

Back

Cumulonimbus

Front

What is humidity?

Back

The amount of water vapor in the air.

Front

What type of weather does a stratus cloud indicate?

Back

Overcast skies and light rain.