Stormy Skies Review

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Where do clouds come from?

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Clouds come from the condensation of water after it evaporates from the ground.

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What climate has trees that lose their leaves in autumn?

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Temperate climate.

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Which climate has animals that don't pant to cool off because they would lose too much water?

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Desert climate.

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How can you tell the difference between a stratus and a stratonimbus cloud?

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Stratus clouds are thin and light gray, while stratonimbus clouds are dark gray and bring continuous rain.

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Which climate is cold in December and in June?

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Polar climate.

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What are clouds made of?

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Clouds are made of tiny water droplets or ice crystals.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process of water turning into vapor and rising into the air.

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What is condensation?

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

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What type of climate is characterized by hot, humid weather?

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Tropical climate.

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What are the main types of clouds?

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The main types of clouds are cumulus, stratus, and cirrus.