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Clouds. Cloud Types. Clouds are classified into a system that uses Latin words to describe the appearance of clouds as seen by an observer on the ground. Clouds are classified by shape and height. Cloud types. Cumulus – big heaps Stratus – Layers Cirrus – Curls of hair Nimbus – Rain
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Cloud Types • Clouds are classified into a system that uses Latin words to describe the appearance of clouds as seen by an observer on the ground. • Clouds are classified by shape and height.
Cloud types • Cumulus – big heaps • Stratus – Layers • Cirrus – Curls of hair • Nimbus – Rain • Cirro- – high level • Alto- – mid-level • Nimbostratus or stratocumulus – low-level