Clouds and Weather

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What are mid-altitude clouds composed of?

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Mid-altitude clouds can be composed of water droplets, ice crystals, or a combination of both.

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How do cirrocumulus clouds appear?

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Cirrocumulus clouds appear as small ripples, puffs, or fish scales.

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What weather phenomena can cumulonimbus clouds produce?

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Cumulonimbus clouds can produce heavy precipitation and lightning.

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What type of clouds are typically found below 6,500 feet and consist of liquid water droplets?

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Low-altitude clouds are typically found below 6,500 feet and consist of liquid water droplets.

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What is a defining characteristic of cumulus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are known for being puffy.

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What are the three main types of clouds based on altitude?

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The three main types of clouds based on altitude are low-altitude clouds, mid-altitude clouds, and high-altitude clouds.

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What is the primary composition of high-altitude clouds?

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High-altitude clouds are primarily composed of ice crystals.

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What type of cloud is often associated with thunderstorms?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are often associated with thunderstorms.

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What is the difference between stratus and cumulus clouds?

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Stratus clouds are layered and cover the sky, while cumulus clouds are puffy and have a more vertical development.

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What weather conditions are typically associated with nimbostratus clouds?

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Nimbostratus clouds are typically associated with continuous, steady precipitation.