Clouds

What is the dew point?

• A. the temperature at which condensation begins

• B. the temperature present in a cloud

• C. the temperature present when a storm begins

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which two conditions are required for cloud formation?

• A. warm temperatures and the presence of particles

• B. cool temperatures and the presence of particles

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Scientists classify counds into three main types based upon their....

• height

• size

• shape

Clouds are formed by the process of...

• A. condensation

• B. evaporation

• C. precipitation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which type of cloud often indicates that a storm is on the way?

• A. cirrus

• B. cirrocumulus

• C. stratus

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

The sky is mostly blue, with some high, thin, feathery clouds. Which type of weather is most likely to occur?

• A. light drizzle

• B. thunderstorms

• C. fair weather

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

5. Wispy, feathery clouds are ______clouds.

• A. cirrus
• B. stratus
• C. nimbostratus

Cumulonimbus clouds usually result in _______.

• A. fair weather

• B. blizzards

• C. thunderstorms

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

These clouds form in low, flat layers.

• A. cirrus

• B. cirrocumulus

• C. stratus

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

These clouds look like fluffy, rounded piles of cotton.

• A. cirrus

• B. stratus

• C. cumulus