Clouds

Clouds

I can classify clouds by their shape and height.

I can describe and predict weather conditions based on cloud types.

FUN FACT!

All precipitation comes from clouds, but not all clouds make precipitation.

There are MANY types of clouds...

• They all form in the same way

• They all have different shapes

• They all have different heights in the sky.

• They are all related to a certain type of weather.

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They are highest clouds in the sky. They look curly, white and feathery. Usually mean good weather.

• Cumulus
• Cumulonimbus
• Cirrus
• Stratus

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These clouds are the closest to the ground. Their name means layer- or sheet like. They bring rain or snow and cover most of the sky. 

• Cirrus
• Stratus
• Cumulonimbus
• Cumulus

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Which cloud brings nice weather?

• Cumulonimbus
• Cumulus
• Stratus

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what type of cloud is shown?

• cumulus
• cirrus
• stratus

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what type of cloud is shown?

• cumulus
• cirrus
• stratus

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what type of cloud is shown?

• cumulus
• cirrus
• stratus

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When are you most likely to see cumulus clouds?

• On a foggy day
• On a rainy day
• Before a thunderstorm
• On a sunny day