Clouds

The theory that describes the formation of the sun and planets from a single rotating disk of gas and dust is the solar nebula theory. This theory suggests that as the nebula contracted under gravity, it flattened into a disk, with the sun forming at the center and the planets forming from material in the disk.

condensation of water vapor.

Rain starts as water vapor that has evaporated from the surface of the Earth. At higher altitudes the vapor condenses to form the cloud. An additional change in temperature or pressure causes the vapor to condense and fall as a droplet of water or rain.

A simple experiment:

With proper supervision bring a pan of water to boil on the stove. (Boiling is rapid evaporation.) Hold a glass of ice water well above the pan. (not too close or the steam can hurt) "Rain" should start forming on the glass.

When you see a precipitation cloud (Nimbostratus or Cumulonimbus) you can never tell if it will be rain or snow until the snow actually begins

Clouds are all different shapes and sizes. Now, this is because of the water vapour. It doesn't settle in a straight line, partly because it doesn't want to! There are no two clouds in the sky that are the same. It is similar with zebras, There are no two zebras with the same stripes.

Some words that rhyme with "cumulus" include "stimulus," "humulus," and "promulus."

The cloud name "stratus" comes from the Latin word for "layer." Stratus clouds often appear as a uniform layer covering the sky, typically low to the ground. They are generally associated with overcast or foggy conditions.

The troposphere is the layer of Earth's atmosphere where practically all clouds and storms occur. This layer is closest to the Earth's surface and is characterized by decreasing temperature and pressure with increasing altitude.

When water in the air cools and forms droplets, it is called condensation. This process occurs when the air reaches its dew point temperature and the water vapor in the air turns into liquid water droplets.

Yes, because of how light gas and dust the heavier particles will move to the center of the dust and gas cloud creating a center point of gravity which the lighter dust and gasses spin around spiraling into the center and as the center point of gravity of mass increases the gravity on the other particles increases. This increases the speed of the spiraling and can lead to the formation of asteroids or other celestial bodies.

Active microwave sensing can penetrate clouds at night to provide accurate terrain representation. This technique involves sending out signals towards the Earth's surface and measuring the reflections, allowing for the creation of detailed topographic maps irrespective of atmospheric conditions.

A rainy cloud is commonly referred to as a nimbus cloud, specifically a nimbostratus cloud when it produces steady rainfall.

No, pearls do not form from raindrops. Pearls are formed inside oysters when an irritant (such as a piece of sand or debris) becomes trapped inside the oyster. The oyster then secretes layers of nacre around the irritant to form a pearl over time.

Water droplet clouds, also known as cumulus clouds, appear as puffy, white clouds with a flat base and a towering, fluffy top. These clouds are formed through the convection of warm air that carries moisture, causing water droplets to condense and form cloud formations in the sky.

Water drops are small, spherical particles of liquid water formed when water condenses from its gaseous state. They can be found on surfaces in the form of dew or as raindrops falling from clouds in the sky.

Cumulus clouds are typically found in the lower layer of the atmosphere known as the troposphere. They are usually seen at altitudes ranging from 1,000 to 6,000 meters (3,300 to 20,000 feet) above sea level.

wall clouds can range from a fraction of a mile up to nearly five miles in diameter, and are normally found in the south or south west (inflow) side of the thunderstorm. when seen from within several miles, many wall clouds exhibit rapid upward motion and cyclonic rotation. however, not all wall clouds rotate. rotating wall clouds usually develop before strong or violent tornadoes, by anywhere from a few minutes up to nearly an hour. wall clouds should be monitored visually for signs of persistent, sustained rotation and/or rapid vertical motion

Stratus clouds are low-level clouds that spread like a horizontal sheet across the sky. They are often seen on overcast days and can bring light precipitation.

Clouds often form along a cold front because the cold air mass pushes under the warm air mass, causing the warm air to rise rapidly. As the warm air rises, it cools and condenses, forming clouds and potentially precipitation along the front.

A stationary front is formed when a cold air mass and a warm air mass meet but neither can move the other. This results in a boundary where the two air masses remain in place, creating a mix of weather conditions along the front.

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The lowest level of clouds is called "stratus clouds." These are typically uniform, gray in color, and can cover the sky like a blanket.

Clouds are visible because they reflect and scatter sunlight. The water droplets or ice crystals in the clouds interact with incoming sunlight, making the clouds appear white or grey. This scattering of light is what allows us to see clouds in the sky.

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cirrus

alto-cumulus

fog

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It is called condensation, which occurs when warm, humid air comes into contact with a cold surface like a window. The warm air cools down and releases moisture in the form of tiny droplets on the window.

Sunlight triggers the release of serotonin in the brain, which is linked to mood regulation and feelings of happiness. On the other hand, rain can be associated with feelings of gloominess due to its gray and damp environment, which can lead to lower energy levels and a somber mood.