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Clouds

Clouds. What is a cloud?. A visible mass of condensed water vapor floating in the atmosphere, typically high above the ground. Cumulus. White puffy clouds. 2,000-3,000 ft. Altitude Located Worldwide Generally no precipitation Composed of liquid water. Stratus.

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Clouds

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  1. Clouds

  2. What is a cloud? • A visible mass of condensed water vapor floating in the atmosphere, typically high above the ground.

  3. Cumulus • White puffy clouds. • 2,000-3,000 ft. Altitude • Located Worldwide • Generally no precipitation • Composed of liquid water

  4. Stratus • Uniform grayish clouds that often cover the entire sky • 0-6,500 ft. Altitude • Located Worldwide, but especially common around coasts and mountains • Precipitation: No more than light drizzle • Composition: Liquid water

  5. Cirrus • Thin and wispy strands • Typical Altitude: 16,500-45,000 ft. • Location: Worldwide • Precipitation: None that reaches ground • Composition: Ice crystals

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