Clouds and Precipitation

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What are stratus clouds?

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Low clouds that are thick, cover the sky, and block the sun. Usually bring rain or snow.

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What type of clouds usually produce a ring around the sun?

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Cirrostratus clouds.

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Describe stratocumulus clouds.

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Piled, puffy low-level clouds.

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What are cirrus clouds made of?

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Ice crystals.

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What are altocumulus clouds?

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Puffy clouds that are usually smaller and found at mid-level altitude, resembling popcorn.

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What is the main characteristic of cumulus clouds?

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They are fluffy, white clouds with a flat base, typically indicating fair weather.

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What type of precipitation is associated with nimbostratus clouds?

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Continuous, steady rain or snow.

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What is the difference between cirrus and cumulus clouds?

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Cirrus clouds are high-altitude clouds made of ice crystals, while cumulus clouds are low-altitude, puffy clouds.

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What are the main types of clouds classified by altitude?

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High clouds (cirrus, cirrostratus), mid-level clouds (altostratus, altocumulus), and low clouds (stratus, stratocumulus).

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What weather conditions are indicated by cumulonimbus clouds?

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Severe weather conditions, including thunderstorms and heavy rain.