How are clouds classified?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the classification of clouds, which involves understanding the different types of clouds based on their appearance, altitude, and formation processes.
Answer
Clouds are classified based on their height and appearance, including Cirro- (high), Alto- (mid), Strato- (low), Nimbo- (rain), and Cumulo- (heap).
Clouds are classified based on their height above the ground and their appearance (texture). These classifications include high (Cirro-), mid (Alto-), and low (Strato-) clouds, as well as those characterized by precipitation (Nimbo-) and shape (Cumulo-).
Answer for screen readers
Clouds are classified based on their height above the ground and their appearance (texture). These classifications include high (Cirro-), mid (Alto-), and low (Strato-) clouds, as well as those characterized by precipitation (Nimbo-) and shape (Cumulo-).
More Information
Luke Howard is often credited with creating the modern system of cloud classification in the early 19th century. His system is still used today to identify and describe clouds.
Tips
Common mistakes include confusing the height classifications (high, mid, low) with the texture classifications (cumulus, stratus, etc.)
Sources
- The web page with info on - National Weather Service - weather.gov
- Cloud Types - UCAR Center for Science Education - scied.ucar.edu
- The Four Core Types of Clouds - NOAA - noaa.gov
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