Exploring the Skies and Tools of Meteorology

What type of cloud is known for its thin, wispy appearance and is often found at high altitudes?

• Cumulus

• Stratus

• Cirrus

Which type of cloud often appears as a uniform gray sheet covering the sky and might bring continuous rain or snow?

• Cumulus

• Stratus

• Cirrus

What type of cloud is fluffy and white, often with a flat base, and looks like floating cotton?

• Stratus

• Cirrus

• Cumulus

Which weather tool is used to measure the direction of the wind?

• Anemometer

• Wind vane

• Rain gauge

What instrument is used to collect and measure the amount of rainfall?

• Anemometer

• Wind vane

• Rain gauge

Which device measures wind speed?

• Wind vane

• Rain gauge

• Anemometer

Cirrus clouds are found at what altitude?

• Low

• Middle

• High

Stratus clouds can lead to which type of weather?

• Clear skies

• Thunderstorms

• Drizzle or light snow

Cumulus clouds are often associated with which type of weather?

• Calm weather

• Stormy weather

• Snowy weather

What is the main difference between weather and climate?

• Weather describes daily atmospheric conditions, while climate is the average over a long period.

• Climate can be measured with a rain gauge, but weather cannot.

• Weather is only about temperature, while climate includes types of clouds.