Types of Clouds

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What are clouds?

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Clouds are made of tiny water droplets or ice crystals that float in the sky.

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What type of cloud is fluffy and white?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy and white, often resembling cotton.

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What type of cloud is thin and wispy?

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Cirrus clouds are thin and wispy, usually indicating fair weather.

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What type of cloud covers the sky like a blanket?

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Stratus clouds cover the sky like a blanket and can bring light rain.

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What type of cloud brings thunderstorms?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are tall and dark, bringing thunderstorms.

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What is fog?

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Fog is a type of stratus cloud that forms close to the ground.

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What type of cloud is often seen on sunny days?

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Cumulus clouds are often seen on sunny days.

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What type of cloud is associated with rain?

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Nimbostratus clouds are thick and dark, bringing continuous rain.

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What are cirrus clouds made of?

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Cirrus clouds are made of ice crystals.

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What type of cloud looks like a layer covering the sky?

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Stratus clouds look like a layer covering the sky.