Types of Clouds

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What is a stratus cloud?

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A stratus cloud is a type of cloud that covers the whole sky and looks like a blanket.

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What are clouds made of?

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Clouds are made of water droplets, ice crystals, and dust.

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Why do cirrus clouds have more ice crystals?

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Cirrus clouds have more ice crystals because they are the highest in the sky where it is colder.

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Which cloud is the highest in the sky?

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The highest cloud in the sky is the cirrus cloud.

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What is a cumulus cloud?

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A cumulus cloud is a fluffy, white cloud that often looks like cotton.

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What weather do stratus clouds usually bring?

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Stratus clouds usually bring light rain or drizzle.

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What is the main characteristic of cirrus clouds?

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Cirrus clouds are thin and wispy, indicating fair weather but can also signal a change in the weather.

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What type of cloud is associated with thunderstorms?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are associated with thunderstorms.

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What is the difference between cumulus and stratus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy and white, while stratus clouds are flat and cover the sky like a blanket.

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What do clouds need to form?

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Clouds need water vapor, cool temperatures, and particles to form.