Type of cloud
Stratus cloud
Often heavy thunderstorms or ice storms are formed and decreasing temperatures
Cold Frount
Distance north or south of the equator
Latitude
measures the amount of rain that has fallen over a specific time
Rain Gauge
The coldest layer. Where meteors fall and burn
Mesosphere
Puffy clouds that look like floating cotton. They are only 1000 meters (3300 feet) above the ground.
Cumulus Cloud
There is usually light rain that remains in the same area for days
Stationary Front
Extends from the 60 degree north latitude until the 90 degree
Polar Region
an instrument that determines the direction from which the wind is blowing
Wind Vane
The hottest layer. Where the northern lights happen
Thermosphere
These clouds are like wispy hair flowing in the wind.
Cirrus Cloud
Two cold air masses converge on a warm air mass
Occluded Front
Trade Winds
measures wind speed
Anemometer
Where the ozone layer is located
Stratosphere
They are often gray and dark. These clouds usual make rain, snow, or sleet.
Nimbostratus Cloud
Often associated with light rain
Warm Front
Convection region from 30 to 60 degrees latitude, weather changes with seasons
Temperate Region
measures the atmospheric pressure
Barometer
Where the birds fly
Troposphere
This type of cloud brings cold weather. This cloud is more commonly seen in the tropical regions. These clouds also make hurricanes the most.
Cirrocumulus cloud
essentially a clockwise flow of dry,
has lower pressure at its center than the areas around it
Hint: 2 answers
High Pressure System
Low Pressure System
Rivers of wind high above in the atmosphere. These thin strips of strong winds have a huge influence on our climate, as they can push air masses around and affect weather patterns
The Jet Stream
Measures the air temperature
Thermometer
The most outer layer
Exosphere