Weather and Climate

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What are stratonimbus clouds?

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Stratonimbus clouds are similar to stratus clouds but appear darker and can cause storms underneath.

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What type of climate is characterized by cold temperatures in December and June?

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Polar climate.

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Where do hurricanes typically start?

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Hurricanes start over the ocean.

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What do stratus clouds look like?

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Stratus clouds cover the entire sky, making it look light gray.

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Do stratus clouds produce rain?

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Stratus clouds cover the whole sky but don’t produce rain.

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What are cumulonimbus clouds known for?

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Cumulonimbus clouds produce rain but don’t cover the whole sky.

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What is the difference between hurricanes and tornadoes?

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Hurricanes start over the ocean, whereas tornadoes happen over land.

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What type of clouds are known for causing storms?

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Stratonimbus clouds are known for causing storms.

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What is a characteristic of polar climates?

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Polar climates are cold throughout the year.

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What type of weather phenomenon occurs over land and is characterized by strong winds?

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Tornadoes occur over land and are characterized by strong winds.