clouds

Front

What instrument is used to measure precipitation?

Back

Rain gauge

Front

Which type of cloud produces hail?

Back

Cumulonimbus

Front

What do nimbostratus clouds most often produce?

Back

Rain

Front

Which type of cloud is associated with light, continual rain?

Back

Stratus

Front

Which type of cloud is visible during fair weather?

Back

Cirrus

Front

What are the main types of clouds?

Back

Cirrus, Cumulus, Stratus, Cumulonimbus

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

The continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back.

Front

What is a cumulus cloud?

Back

A fluffy, white cloud that usually indicates fair weather.

Front

What is a stratus cloud?

Back

A low, gray cloud that often covers the entire sky and brings light rain.

Front

What is a cumulonimbus cloud?

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A tall, dense cloud associated with thunderstorms and severe weather.