Clouds

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What is condensation?

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The process where water vapor cools on dust particles and forms water droplets, key in the formation of clouds.

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What happens to the temperature as air rises in the atmosphere?

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The temperature decreases.

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What is precipitation?

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The part of the water cycle where water is released from clouds in the form of rain, freezing rain, sleet, snow, or hail.

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What are the ingredients necessary for cloud formation?

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Dust, water vapor, and low pressure.

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What type of cloud is fluffy and white, often resembling cotton?

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Cumulus cloud.

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What is the water cycle?

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

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What role does dust play in cloud formation?

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Dust particles provide a surface for water vapor to condense upon, forming droplets.

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What is evaporation?

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The process where liquid water turns into water vapor, contributing to the water cycle.

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What type of cloud is thin and wispy, often found at high altitudes?

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Cirrus cloud.

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What is stratus cloud?

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A type of cloud that forms in uniform layers, often covering the entire sky.