Cloud Review

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What are clouds made of?

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Clouds are made up of tiny drops of water or ice.

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What type of clouds is fog made of?

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Fog is made of low stratus clouds.

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What type of cloud is fluffy and white, often seen on sunny days?

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Cumulus clouds.

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How do clouds form?

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Clouds form when water vapor in the atmosphere cools and condenses to become tiny liquid water droplets.

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What type of cloud is known for producing thunderstorms?

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Cumulonimbus clouds.

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What are the three main types of clouds?

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Cumulus, stratus, and cirrus.

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What is the main difference between cumulus and stratus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy and white, while stratus clouds are flat and gray.

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What weather is typically associated with cirrus clouds?

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Cirrus clouds usually indicate fair weather but can also signal a change in the weather.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from clouds, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is the role of dust in cloud formation?

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Dust particles provide a surface for water vapor to condense upon, helping clouds to form.