7.9 clouds Flashcards
1
Q
clouds are divided into four families according to their
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height range
2
Q
the suffix “nimbus” used in naming clouds means
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a rain cloud
3
Q
the conditions necessary for the formation of cumulonimbus clouds are the lifting action and
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unstable, moist air
4
Q
what clouds have the greatest turbulence
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cumulonimbus
5
Q
at approximately what altitude above the surface would the pilot expect the base of cumuliform clouds if the surface air temperature is 82’F and the dewpoint is 38’F
A
10,000 feet AGL
6
Q
what cloud types would indicate convective turbulence
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towering cumulus clouds
7
Q
what is the approximate base of the cumulus clouds if the surface air temperature at 1,000 ft MSL is 70’F and the dewpoint is 48’F
A
6,000 ft MSL
8
Q
cumulus clouds often indicate
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possible turbulence
