Clouds

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What is the Latin meaning of the prefix 'Stratus'?

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Layer

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How are stratus clouds described?

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Horizontal and layered

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What type of clouds are shown in the image?

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Cirrus Clouds

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What type of clouds are Alto clouds?

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Mid-level clouds

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Which cloud type is described as 'puffy, lumpy-looking'?

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Cumulus

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What are the main characteristics of Cirrus clouds?

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Thin, wispy clouds found at high altitudes.

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What is the primary difference between Cumulus and Stratus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are puffy and vertical, while Stratus clouds are flat and horizontal.

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What weather conditions are typically associated with Nimbus clouds?

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Rainy or stormy weather.

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What is the altitude range for Stratus clouds?

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Typically found at low altitudes, around 1,000 to 2,500 feet.

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What is the significance of cloud classification in meteorology?

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Helps in predicting weather patterns and understanding atmospheric conditions.