Weather and Atmosphere Flashcard

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back, including stages like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where water changes from a liquid to a gas, usually due to heat from the sun.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor in the air cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is weather?

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Weather is the condition of the atmosphere at a certain time and place, including factors like temperature, humidity, and precipitation.

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What are clouds?

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Clouds are visible masses of condensed water vapor floating in the atmosphere, formed through condensation.

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What are stratus clouds?

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Stratus clouds are low, gray clouds that often cover the entire sky and can bring light rain or drizzle.

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What are cumulus clouds?

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Cumulus clouds are fluffy, white clouds with a flat base, often associated with fair weather.

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What are cirrus clouds?

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Cirrus clouds are high, thin, wispy clouds that usually indicate fair weather but can also signal a change in the weather.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, which can affect weather conditions.