Understanding Clouds and Precipitation

Clouds are formed by the process of ______________________.

• precipitation

• evaporation

• condensation

• collection

Clouds that form very near the ground are called _______________.

• smog

• haze

• fog

• dust

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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CCSS.RI.7.5

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which of the following is a type of high cloud?

• Stratus

• Cirrus

• Cumulus

• Nimbostratus

What is the primary process by which clouds form?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Sublimation

• Precipitation

Which type of precipitation occurs when raindrops freeze before reaching the ground?

• Snow

• Sleet

• Hail

• Drizzle

Which of the following clouds is typically found at low altitudes?

• Cirrostratus

• Altostratus

• Stratocumulus

• Cirrocumulus

What type of cloud is associated with thunderstorms?

• Cumulonimbus

• Altocumulus

• Cirrostratus

• Nimbostratus

Which of the following is a characteristic of a warm air mass?

• It is denser than cold air masses.

• It typically brings clear skies.

• It can hold more moisture than cold air masses.

• It is associated with high pressure systems.

Which cloud type is typically found at medium altitudes?

• Altostratus

• Cirrus

• Stratus

• Cumulonimbus

What is the process called when water vapor changes directly into ice crystals?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Sublimation

• Deposition