Weather 101: Clouds Quiz

What does the Latin word 'cirro' mean?

• Layer

• Curl of hair

• Rain

• Heap or pile

At what height do Cirrus clouds typically form?

• Between 1,000 and 5,000 feet

• Between 16,000 and 50,000 feet

• Between 5,000 and 10,000 feet

• At ground level

Which clouds are known as thunderstorm clouds?

• Cirrus

• Cumulonimbus

• Altocumulus

• Stratus

What type of clouds are considered low level clouds?

• Cirrostratus

• Cumulus

• Nimbostratus

• Cirrocumulus

Which clouds are primarily thought of as low clouds but can be observed in the middle to upper parts of the atmosphere as well?

• Cirrus

• Strato-form

• Cumulonimbus

• Nimbo-form

What does 'Nimbo' in Latin mean?

• Soft

• Rain

• Bright

• High

Which clouds are common on the leeward side of topographical barriers?

• Altocumulus standing lenticular

• Cumulus

• Cirrocumulus

• Stratocumulus

What is the difference between altocumulus and cirrocumulus clouds?

• Altocumulus form in the mid levels of the troposphere

• Cirrocumulus form in the mid levels of the troposphere

• Altocumulus form in the highest part of the troposphere

• There is no difference

Which clouds might appear as fluffy white cotton balls?

• Stratus

• Nimbostratus

• Cumulonimbus

• Cumulus

What are cirrus clouds composed of?

• Liquid water droplets

• Dust particles

• Chemical compounds

• Tiny ice crystals