1. Cloud Diary
Directions: Go outside during the day. Observe the types of clouds visible. Make a quick sketch in the empty
area of that day’s box, and record date and time. For “Desc,” record the Latin names for the visible clouds plus
any other phenomena that we have discussed. If no clouds are visible, record “clear” under Desc. Try to make
your observations at the same time each day.
High Cirrus Cirrostratus Cirrocumulus Vertical: Nimbostratus
Middle Altostratus Altocumulus Phenomena: Halos, sundogs, coronas, pillars, etc.
Low Fog Stratus Cumulus
Nimbostratus Stratocumulus
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