BLM Leg 4 #9			Cloud Formations
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1.	Use your own words to describe the altitude and shape of the following three major cloud formations.  Make a sketch of each cloud formation.  

Cumulus                    

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Cirrus

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Stratus

BLM Leg 4 #9			Cloud Formations
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2.	What is the meaning of the following words used to describe clouds:

Cirro ______________________________________________________

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Alto________________________________________________________

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Nimbo (or nimbus) _____________________________________________

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3.	Can you define in your own words the following cloud names?

Cumulonimbus ________________________________________________

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Cirrostratus____________________________________________________

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Altocumulus___________________________________________________

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