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What type of cloud grows vertically?
Cumulonimbus clouds
Cumulonimbus clouds are thunderstorm clouds that form if cumulus congestus clouds continue to grow vertically.
Which cloud is formed by vertical rising of air?
Cumulus cloud
| Cumulus | |
|---|---|
| Small cumulus humilis clouds that can have noticeable vertical development and clearly defined edges. | |
| Abbreviation | Cu |
| Symbol | |
| Genus | Cumulus (heap) |
What cloud indicates vertical air flow?
Clouds formed by vertical currents in unstable air are cumulus meaning accumulation or heap; they are characterized by their lumpy, billowy appearance.
What are vertical clouds?
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What causes clouds to develop vertically?
Clouds are classified according to appearance and height. Based on appearance, there are two major types: Clouds of vertical development, formed by the condensation of rising air; and clouds that are layered, formed by condensation of air without vertical movement.
What is the 4 types of cloud?
The Four Core Types of Clouds
- Cirro-form. The Latin word ‘cirro’ means curl of hair.
- Cumulo-form. Generally detached clouds, they look like white fluffy cotton balls.
- Strato-form. From the Latin word for ‘layer’ these clouds are usually broad and fairly wide spread appearing like a blanket.
- Nimbo-form.
What is a TCU cloud?
Cumulus clouds are very common, especially in warm and moist climates. When a cumulus cloud is much taller than it is wide, it is often called a towering cumulus (TCU) cloud. The taller these clouds are, the more likely they are to produce showers, and sometimes waterspouts.