Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below the Lists :
List I (Cloud Form) | List II (Characteristic) |
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A. Cirrus | 1. Storm clouds |
B. Cumulus | 2. High fog “Low Ceiling” |
C. Nimbostratus | 3. Fair-weather clouds |
D. Stratus | 4. Entirely of ice particles |
Code :
2 1 3 4
2 3 1 4
4 3 1 2
4 1 3 2
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UPSC CDS-2 – 2022
Cirrus clouds are high-level clouds composed entirely of ice crystals. Cumulus clouds are typically puffy and associated with fair weather. Nimbostratus clouds are dark, layered precipitation clouds (“storm clouds” in a general sense of bringing significant precipitation). Stratus clouds form a flat, grey layer and can resemble fog, often causing a “low ceiling”. Matching these characteristics: A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2. This corresponds to option C.
Cloud classification is based on appearance and altitude. Major types include Cirrus (high, wispy, ice), Cumulus (puffy, vertical development), Stratus (low, layered), and Nimbus (rain/precipitation bearing). Combinations exist like cumulonimbus (thunderstorms) and nimbostratus (continuous rain/snow).