Storm Clouds

How are storm clouds formed?

• Storm clouds are formed by the Earth's rotation

• Storm clouds are formed by alien technology

• Warm air rises and cools, causing water vapor to condense into water droplets or ice

• Storm clouds are formed by volcanic eruptions

What are the 2 different types of storm clouds?

• cumulus

• cumulonimbus

• stratus

• stratonimbus

What are the characteristics of cumulonimbus clouds?

• Dark, blanket clouds with a smooth texture that cover the whole sky

• Thin, transparent, blanket clouds with a smooth texture that cover the whole sky

• Small, wispy clouds with a flat base and smooth top

• Large, fluffy, towering clouds with a flat base and fluffy, cauliflower-like top

How can you predict the formation of storm clouds?

• By counting the number of birds in the sky

• By listening to the sound of the wind

• By smelling the flowers in the area

• By looking at the type of cloud and wind direction

Which type of storm cloud is associated with thunderstorms?

• Stratonimbus

• Cumulonimbus

• Stratus

• Cumulus

What role does moisture play in the formation of storm clouds?

• Moisture attracts sunlight and prevents cloud formation.

• Moisture provides the water vapor that condenses and cools to form cloud droplets.

• Moisture acts as a barrier to prevent cloud droplets from forming.

• Moisture causes storm clouds to dissipate quickly.

What are the key indicators of an approaching storm cloud?

• Darkening skies, gusty winds, sudden drop in temperature, distant thunder rumbling

• Clear skies, gentle breeze, warm temperature, distant thunder rumbling

• Lightning, heavy rain, hail, calm winds

• Bright sunshine, light clouds, mild temperature, distant thunder rumbling

How do storm clouds contribute to the water cycle?

• Storm clouds hold water droplets that fall as precipitation, replenishing water sources on Earth.

• Storm clouds release harmful chemicals into the atmosphere, affecting the water cycle negatively.

• Storm clouds create a barrier that prevents water from evaporating, disrupting the water cycle.

• Storm clouds absorb water from the ground, reducing water sources on Earth.