Cloud Flashcard (Studyjams)

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What causes precipitation?

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Water droplets in clouds getting too heavy.

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What are the three main types of clouds?

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Cumulus, stratus, and cirrus.

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What describes cirrus clouds?

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They are made mostly of ice crystals and appear to be wispy.

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What does 'nimbo' mean when added to a cloud name?

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That precipitation is falling from the cloud.

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What can you use to measure how much rain you get?

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A rain gauge.

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What are cumulus clouds?

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Fluffy clouds that often indicate fair weather.

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What are stratus clouds?

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Low, gray clouds that often cover the entire sky.

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What are cirrus clouds?

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High, thin clouds made of ice crystals.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is evaporation?

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The process of turning from liquid into vapor.