Clouds

Front

Why is it important to identify cumulonimbus clouds?

Back

Cumulonimbus clouds can cause severe thunderstorms.

Front

Which type of clouds produces hail? Options: cirrus, cumulus, stratus, cumulonimbus

Back

cumulonimbus

Front

Which type of cloud is most often visible during fair weather?

Back

cirrus

Front

Which type of cloud is most often associated with days of light, continual rain? Options: cirrus, stratus, cumulus, cumulonimbus

Back

stratus

Front

Which type of instrument is used to determine the amount of precipitation for an area? Options: rain gauge, barometer, thermometer, wind vane

Back

rain gauge

Front

On a hot summer afternoon, the wind speed increases and large dark clouds begin to form. Which weather conditions are most likely to occur?

Back

thunderstorms

Front

What type of clouds are white and feathery?

Back

Cirrus

Front

What type of clouds are smooth, gray, and blanket-like?

Back

Stratus

Front

What type of clouds are white and fluffy?

Back

Cumulus

Front

What type of clouds indicate good/ fair weather?

Back

Cumulus