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Understanding Cloud Types and Their Prefixes: A Quick Review

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This guide provides an overview of cloud classifications based on altitude and characteristics. Clouds are categorized using specific prefixes: Cirr- for high, Alto- for mid, Strato- for low, and Nimb- for precipitating clouds. We also explore "combo" clouds that exhibit traits from two different types, such as Stratocumulus and Cirrocumulus. Review key examples and definitions to deepen your understanding of meteorology and cloud formations in a concise format. Perfect for quick notes or study references.

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Understanding Cloud Types and Their Prefixes: A Quick Review

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  1. Name that Cloud! Number your SJ 1-8, skipping one line in between

  2. Quick Review (jot into SNBs) • Prefixes used for clouds • Cirr- high • Alto- mid • Strato- low • Nimb- precipitating (rain, snow, etc.)

  3. Review- “Combo” clouds • “combo” cloud is a cloud that has characteristics of two different cloud types • Examples: • Stratocumulus (layered AND puffy; low altitude) • Cirrocumulus (feathery AND puffy; high alt. )

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  5. http://gpc.edu/~pgore/Earth&Space/images.html

  6. http://www.met.tamu.edu/class/Metr304/Severedir/

  7. http://en.wikipedia.org

  8. Hint- it’s a mid-level cloud

  9. Hint- It’s a “combo” cloud

  10. Combo Cloud #2

  11. Answers • Cirrus • Stratus / Nimbostratus • Stratus / Stratocumulus • Cumulus • Cumulonimbus • Altocumulus / Cumulus • Stratocumulus / Cumulus • Cirrocumulus / Cirrus

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