Clouds and Weather Prediction

What You'll Learn

Clouds form when water vapor rises, cools, and condenses on tiny particles in the atmosphere. Different cloud types—cumulus, stratus, cirrus—indicate different weather conditions.

Key Words

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mineral

Materials Needed

spray bottle
cups
thermometer

Safety First

Handle glass items carefully to avoid breakage.

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Read and learn: Clouds form when water vapor rises, cools, and condenses on tiny particles in the atmosphere. Different cloud types—cumulus, stratus, cirrus—indicate different weather conditions.

Step 2 — Do

Gather your materials and set up your workspace.

Step 3 — Observe

Use your senses (except taste) to describe what you notice.

Step 4 — Record

Write a summary of your findings in 3-5 sentences.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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