Science Clouds

The two main ingredients required for the formation of clouds

Water vapor and tiny particles, such as dust or pollen.

Condensation

The change of water vapor into liquid water.

Nimbostratus

What cloud is associated with thunderstorms?

Stratus

Flat and layered

Cumulus

Fluffy, cotton-like shape with a sharp outline.

The prefix 'Cirro' is used for high altitude clouds, typically above 20,000 feet or 6000 meters.

What prefix indicates high altitude clouds?

The prefix 'Alto' is used for mid altitude clouds, typically between 6,500 and 20,000 feet or 2,000 to 6,000 meters.

What prefix indicates mid altitude clouds?

Below 6,500 feet or 2,000 meters.

What is the altitude range for low altitude clouds?

aircraft engine exhaust.

What human activity leads to the formation of contrails?

Because are colors are scattered equally causing the sunlight to remain white.

Why are clouds white?

Cumulus

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stratocumulus

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stratus

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nimbostratus

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altostratus

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altocumulus

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cirrostratus

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cirrus

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cirrocumulus

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cumulonimbus

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