How Clouds Form - Understanding the Basic Principles of Precipitation
https://www.nasa.gov/centers/langley/pdf/245888main_MeteorologyTeacherRes-Ch12.r3.pdf

Arlene Levine, National Aeronautics and Space Administration


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The purpose of this investigation is to facilitate understanding of the basics of cloud formation involving the changing state of water. This activity should enhance the understanding of the change of state concept, which is important in the study of meteorology.



Subject: Geoscience:Atmospheric Science:Climatology , Geoscience:Hydrology, Atmospheric Science:Meteorology:Atmospheric structure and composition, Environmental Science:Global Change and Climate
Resource Type: Activities
Grade Level: Intermediate (3-5), Primary (K-2), Middle (6-8)
Theme: Teach the Earth:Teaching Topics:Weather, Water, Teach the Earth:Enhancing your Teaching:NGSS, Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Hydrology/Hydrogeology, Teach the Earth:Incorporating Societal Issues:Climate Change, Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Atmospheric Science, Environmental Science