What do CUMULUS clouds look like? What kind of weather do they INDICATE?
They're white and fluffy. They indicate good, calm weather with blue skies.
What do CIRRUS clouds look like? What kind of weather do they INDICATE?
They're thin and wispy. They indicate windy weather, and a coming change in weather.
What do STRATUS clouds look like? What kind of weather do they INDICATE?
They're grey and flat like a big blanket. They indicate cloudy weather, maybe with a little precipitation.
What does it mean to INDICATE something?
It means to SHOW, PREDICT, or POINT OUT something.
What is a METEOROLOGIST?
It's a scientist who studies weather.
What are these clouds called? What do they cause?
They're called cumulonimbus. They cause thunderstorms (and sometimes even tornadoes).
What is this called? Describe it.
It's a TORNADO, a spinning column of air (or" a very powerful storm).
What is this process of evaporation, condensation, and precipitation called?
It's called the WATER CYCLE.
Name the three STAGES of the WATER CYCLE.
Evaporation, condensation, precipitation. (also: collection)
Name one SAFETY TIP for thunderstorms.
Avoid open spaces, stay out of water, don't stand under trees, stay indoors, don't touch metal objects.
