16.1 Water in the Air

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What are stratus clouds?

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Stratus clouds are low, gray clouds that cover the sky like a blanket, often bringing overcast conditions.

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What type of weather do cumulonimbus clouds typically bring?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are associated with thunderstorms and severe weather.

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Describe altocumulus clouds.

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Altocumulus clouds are puffy, mid-level clouds that often appear in groups.

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What are cumulus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy, white clouds with a flat base, often indicating fair weather.

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In which part of the water cycle do clouds form?

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Clouds form during the condensation phase of the water cycle.

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What is evaporation in the water cycle?

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Evaporation is the process where water changes from a liquid to a gas, usually due to heat.

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Define condensation in the context of the water cycle.

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

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from clouds to the ground.

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What are cirrus clouds?

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Cirrus clouds are high, thin, wispy clouds that often indicate fair weather but can also signal a change in the weather.

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What is the role of clouds in the water cycle?

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Clouds play a crucial role in the water cycle by storing water vapor and releasing it as precipitation.