Clouds and Weather instruments

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Which cloud looks puffy like cotton balls?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy and white, resembling cotton balls.

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Which cloud is thin and feathery?

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Cirrus clouds are thin, wispy, and often appear white.

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What are clouds made of?

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Clouds are made of water droplets, ice crystals, and dust.

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What does a thermometer do?

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A thermometer measures the temperature outside.

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What does an Anemometer measure?

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An Anemometer measures wind speed.

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What type of cloud covers the sky like a blanket?

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Stratus clouds cover the sky in a uniform layer, resembling a blanket.

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What instrument measures rainfall?

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A rain gauge measures the amount of rain that falls.

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What are the three main types of clouds?

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The three main types of clouds are cumulus, stratus, and cirrus.

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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 does a barometer measure?

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A barometer measures atmospheric pressure.