​Cloud Forms And Classification

Cloud is a visible, dense mass of suspended water droplets and or ice crystals suspended in the air. Clouds are generally formed when air is forced to rise at a front, over mountains, or because of convection.

Types of Clouds

The first classification of clouds was given by Luke Howard (Englishman) in 1803. He distinguished three principal cloud forms:

  1. Stratus cloud – lying in a level sheet.
  2. Cumulus cloud-having flat bases and rounded tops, and being lumpy in appearance.
  3. Cirrus cloud – having a fibrous or feathery appearance.

There are ten basic principal types of clouds as given in the International Cloud ....

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