Weather 3 (Clouds)

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What type of cloud is most likely present during a lightning storm?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are most likely present during a lightning storm.

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What factor determines whether precipitation will be rain or snow?

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Temperature determines whether precipitation will be rain or snow.

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Why do winds at the beach change direction between day and night?

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Winds change direction because the temperatures over land and over water change.

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How are clouds classified?

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Clouds are classified by the elevation at which they are found.

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What must happen before clouds can form?

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Water vapor must lose heat energy before clouds can form.

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What are cumulus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy, white clouds that often indicate fair weather.

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What are cirrus clouds?

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Cirrus clouds are thin, wispy clouds found at high altitudes, often indicating fair weather.

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What are stratus clouds?

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

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.