Flashcard on Clouds and Altitude

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any water that falls from the atmosphere as a liquid or solid to the earth's surface.

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What is hail?

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Hail is frozen precipitation that forms when raindrops are lifted back into clouds again.

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What are forms of precipitation?

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Rain, Snow, Hail - All of the above are forms of precipitation.

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What type of cloud is thick and flat, forming in layers?

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Stratus clouds are thick flat clouds that form in layers.

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Describe a cumulus cloud.

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A cumulus cloud is puffy, bright white on top, and flat and gray on the bottom.

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What is the water cycle?

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

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air is changed into liquid water.

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What is the difference between stratus and cumulus clouds?

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Stratus clouds are thick and flat, while cumulus clouds are puffy and have a bright white top.

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What role do clouds play in precipitation?

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Clouds form when water vapor condenses, and they release precipitation when they become heavy enough.

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What is fog?

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Fog is a type of stratus cloud that forms close to the ground.