Clouds Flashcards
1
Q
What are clouds
A
Very small water droplets suspended in the air
2
Q
How are clouds created
A
By the water cycle
3
Q
How are clouds categorised
A
Height and shape
4
Q
There are X main types of clouds
A
4
5
Q
Guess the cloud
.move quickly
White and fluffy
Look like cotton wool
Bring rain showers-especially when base grey
A
Cumulus clouds
6
Q
Guess the cloud
Layered
Low and grey
Shapeless
Blankets over areas
Brings drizzle and rain
A
Stratus
7
Q
Describe the cumulonimbus
A
Deep clouds
High in the sky
Heavy rain
Associated with thunder and lightning storms
8
Q
Describe cirrus clouds
A
Very high in the atmosphere
Wispy
Ice crystals
