Mrs. Brown's Clouds Flashcard

Front

They are the highest clouds in the sky. They look curly, white and feathery. Usually mean good weather.

Back

Cirrus

Front

Tall, vertical cloud that produces thunderstorms.

Back

Cumulonimbus

Front

These clouds are found in the middle altitudes. They look soft and fluffy, like a cotton ball.

Back

Cumulus

Front

These clouds are the closest to the ground. They can bring rain or snow and cover most of the sky.

Back

NimboStratus

Front

Low clouds (like fog), that are thick, cover the sky, and block the sun.

Back

stratus

Front

The process for which water as a liquid turns into a gas known as water vapor.

Back

evaporation

Front

Rain, snow, sleet, and hail are all types of ______________________.

Back

precipitation

Front

When water vapor goes from a gas back to a liquid this process is known as _________ .

Back

Condensation

Front

These type of clouds are found highest in the atmosphere and contain ice crystals.

Back

cirrus

Front

Millions of tiny water droplets form these up in the atmosphere!

Back

Clouds