Clouds (Grade 10 NSC Matric Geography): Quizzes
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What are condensation nuclei in cloud formation?
What are condensation nuclei in cloud formation?
Tiny solid particles for vapour to condense
What two essential elements are needed for cloud formation?
What two essential elements are needed for cloud formation?
Water vapour & cooling to dew point temp
At what altitude does the cirrus family of clouds form?
At what altitude does the cirrus family of clouds form?
Higher than 7 km above ground level
What does the Latin word 'stratus' mean in cloud terminology?
What does the Latin word 'stratus' mean in cloud terminology?
Layer
Which two cloud types produce significant rainfall?
Which two cloud types produce significant rainfall?
Nimbostratus & cumulonimbus
At what temperature do ice crystals form instead of water droplets in clouds?
At what temperature do ice crystals form instead of water droplets in clouds?
Below 0°C
What is the altitude range for alto family clouds?
What is the altitude range for alto family clouds?
Between 3 km and 7 km above ground
What weather do tall, dark clouds usually indicate?
What weather do tall, dark clouds usually indicate?
An approaching storm system
What severe weather can cumulonimbus clouds produce?
What severe weather can cumulonimbus clouds produce?
Heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning & hail
What optical effect do cirrostratus clouds create?
What optical effect do cirrostratus clouds create?
Halo effects around sun or moon