Clouds

Fog is more commonly observed in high places due to cooler temperatures and lower atmospheric pressure at higher elevations. These conditions are more favorable for the formation of condensation and saturation of air, leading to fog. In lowland areas, warmer temperatures and higher pressure levels make it less likely for fog to form.

A thin, flat sheet-like cloud is called a stratus cloud. It typically forms in a flat, smooth layer and can cover large areas of the sky. Stratus clouds often indicate overcast or gloomy weather conditions.

The location of the jet stream changes constantly due to its high variability. It generally flows from west to east in a wavy pattern high up in the atmosphere, around 7 to 12 kilometers above the Earth's surface. You can check real-time weather sources or meteorological websites for the most recent data on its position.

when i visited San Francisco they told us that it was because the fog is created on the sea and that the windblows it on to the land... i know this isn't much information but that's really all i remember. <3

The term used to describe clouds that consist of globular masses that take on a billowy form is "cumulus clouds." These clouds are typically fluffy, white, and associated with fair weather, but can develop into larger storm clouds if conditions are right.

Well there are actually 9 international cloud types. There are some on-line cloud charts available if you do a search. The meaning of cirrus or the prefix cirro means high clouds up around 25,000 ft. Alto or middle clouds areb from 7000 to 15,000 ft, while cumulus cloud bases or any low cloud without a prefix range from 100 ft to 6000 ft. The suffix stratus refers to smooth topped, while cumulus are lumpy on top.

OK from the top down

1. cirrus

2. cirrostratus

3. cirrocumulus

4. altocumulus

5. altostratus

6. stratocumulus

7. stratus

8. cumulus

9 cumulonimbus - nimbus as a suffix means rain if falling from the cloud.

altostratus or stratus producing rain are often referred to

as nimbostratus.

Clouds form more in the air because the air in the atmosphere contains water vapor, which can condense into droplets and form clouds due to cooling at higher altitudes. On Earth's surface, the air is generally warmer and can hold more moisture before reaching saturation, which is why clouds are more commonly seen in the sky above.

Hail typically comes from cumulonimbus clouds, which are large, towering clouds associated with thunderstorms. These clouds have strong updrafts that can keep hailstones suspended until they become too heavy and fall to the ground.

White clouds are made up of water droplets or ice crystals suspended in the air. These particles scatter light, making the cloud visible. While they may appear white, they are not transparent but rather translucent due to the scattering of light within the cloud.

Yes, a cloud is a result of condensation of water vapor in the atmosphere. When warm air rises and cools, it reaches its dew point and condenses onto tiny particles, forming visible water droplets or ice crystals that we see as clouds.

Isotherms are a form of contour line to match points with the same temperature and observe rapid changes in temperatures. Fronts are the leading edge of an air mass. Fronts occur along isotherms because of the change in surface temperature, but isotherms are not formed, they are a tool used to analyze surface temperatures.

Satellites equipped with cameras and sensors are commonly used to observe cloud patterns and movements from space. Additionally, ground-based instruments like radar, lidar, and weather balloons provide detailed information on cloud characteristics and behavior within the atmosphere.

Cumulus clouds typically produce fair weather, consisting of fluffy white clouds with a flat base. They indicate stable atmospheric conditions and are often associated with light winds and dry weather. When cumulus clouds grow vertically and develop into cumulonimbus clouds, they can produce thunderstorms and heavy rainfall.

Cirrus clouds are made of tiny ice particles and appear white and feathery. They form at high altitudes and are often seen in fair weather, but can also indicate approaching weather changes.

Not always. The funnel is only the portion of the tornado that is visible. The winds of a tornado at ground level may still be capable of causing significant damage even if the visible funnel does not reach ground level. When this occurs it is usually evidenced by swirling dust or debris beneath the funnel. That is usually enough to report a tornado. Oftentimes, though, the funnel does touch the ground in which case there is definitely a tornado. Also of note is that sometimes you have a funnel that does not produce damaging winds on the ground. These are not counted in tornado statistics.

Clouds are made up of tiny water droplets or ice crystals that have condensed around particles in the air, such as dust or pollution. These droplets or crystals gather together to form visible clouds that we see in the sky.

Clouds play a critical role in the water cycle by transporting and redistributing water in the atmosphere. They form as water vapor condenses in the atmosphere and eventually release this water as precipitation, helping to sustain ecosystems on Earth by providing vital water resources.

Water vapor does not produce a waste product. When water vapor condenses, it forms liquid water.

No, clouds in the ionosphere do not cause rain. The ionosphere is a region in the Earth's atmosphere where particles are ionized by solar radiation, and it's located much higher than where clouds form in the troposphere. Rain is produced when water droplets in clouds grow large enough to fall to the ground due to gravity.

Water vapor condenses to form clouds when the air is saturated with water vapor, typically due to cooling of the air. As the air cools, the water vapor molecules slow down and come closer to each other, eventually reaching a point where they cluster together to form tiny water droplets or ice crystals. These tiny droplets or crystals then join together to form clouds.

Cloud formation is primarily influenced by temperature, humidity, and air pressure. As air rises and cools, it reaches its dew point, causing water vapor to condense into tiny droplets, forming clouds. Rainfall can occur when these droplets combine and become heavy enough to fall to the ground due to gravity. The amount of rainfall can be affected by the type and thickness of clouds, as well as air pressure systems that can influence weather patterns.

No, rain and fog are typically mutually exclusive weather conditions. Rain occurs when water droplets fall from the sky, while fog is a low-lying cloud that forms near the ground. However, it is possible for rain to diminish visibility and create fog-like conditions.

Clouds are not made of gases, but of tiny water droplets or ice crystals that have condensed around particles such as dust or pollutants in the atmosphere. While gases such as water vapor are present in clouds, it is the condensed water droplets or ice crystals that give clouds their visible form.

A funnel cloud occurs when a rotating column of air extends from a thunderstorm cloud but does not touch the ground. It typically forms in a severe thunderstorm with the right atmospheric conditions, such as wind shear and instability. Funnel clouds can potentially develop into tornadoes if the rotation reaches the ground.