I WONDER - Why Are Clouds White?

I WONDER - Why Are Clouds White?

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Geography, Science

KG - 6th Grade

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Clouds change color based on how they interact with sunlight. Grey clouds form when water droplets block light. Pink clouds appear during sunset or when filled with snow due to frozen water reflecting sunlight. Green clouds can signal storms or tornadoes, as thick storm clouds filter out red light, allowing only green and blue light to pass through.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to the color of clouds when they are filled with raindrops?

They turn blue.

They become transparent.

They become lighter and white.

They turn darker and grey.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do clouds sometimes appear pink?

Due to the reflection of moonlight.

Because of pollution.

Due to the reflection of sunlight by frozen water.

Because of the presence of dust particles.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What color do clouds turn when they are filled with snow?

Green

Yellow

Pink

Blue

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does it mean when clouds turn green?

It indicates a sunny day.

It warns of thunderstorms or tornadoes.

It suggests the presence of snow.

It means the clouds are very thin.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do storm clouds appear green during severe weather?

Because they are very thin.

Because red light is filtered out, allowing green and blue light through.

Because they are filled with snow.

Because of the reflection of moonlight.