clouds

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What is a cloud?

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A cloud is a collection of tiny water droplets or ice crystals that are suspended in the air.

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What are the main types of clouds?

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

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What is precipitation?

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

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What do cumulus clouds look like?

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Cumulus clouds look fluffy like pillows.

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What do stratus clouds look like?

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Stratus clouds look flat and blanket-like.

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What do cirrus clouds look like?

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Cirrus clouds are wispy and thin, like cotton candy.

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What is fog?

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Fog is a thick cloud of tiny water droplets that are close to the ground.

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How do clouds help cool the Earth?

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Clouds help cool the Earth by reflecting sunlight.

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What are clouds made of?

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Clouds are made of tiny water drops or ice pieces.

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What is hail?

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Hail is a form of precipitation that consists of balls or irregular lumps of ice.