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What is a cloud? Write its types. |
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Answer» A. Meaning: A visible mass of fine particles of ice and water accumulated around the dust particles in the air at high altitude is called a cloud. B. Types: The following are the types of clouds: 1. High clouds: Clouds at an altitude of 7000 m to 14000 m are considered as high clouds. Cirrus, Cirro-Stratus and Cirro Cumulus are high clouds. 2. Medium clouds: Clouds at an altitude of 2000 m to 7000 m are considered as medium clouds. Alto-Stratus and Alto Cumulus are medium clouds. 3. Low clouds: Clouds at an altitude of less than 2000m are considered as low clouds. Strato Cumulus, Stratus, Nimbostratus, Cumulus and Cumulonimbus are low clouds |
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