Types of Clouds CDS Questions

Types of Clouds MCQ Questions

7.
Which cloud type forms at middle altitudes and often has a gray or blue-gray color?
A.
Cirrostratus
B.
Nimbostratus
C.
Altostratus
D.
Cirrocumulus
ANSWER :
C. Altostratus
8.
Which cloud type is associated with fair weather but can develop into storm clouds under the right conditions?
A.
Stratus
B.
Cirrus
C.
Cumulas
D.
Altostratus
ANSWER :
C. Cumulas
9.
Which type of cloud is found at high altitudes and appears thin and wispy?
A.
Stratus
B.
Cirrus
C.
Cumulas
D.
Altostratus
ANSWER :
B. Cirrus
10.
What type of clouds are known as β€œthunderhead” clouds due to their towering appearance?
A.
Cumulonimbus
B.
Cirrostratus
C.
Nimbostratus
D.
Altostratus
ANSWER :
A. Cumulonimbus
11.
Which type of cloud typically forms over mountains due to air rising up the slopes
A.
Stratus
B.
Cirrus
C.
Lenticular
D.
None of the above
ANSWER :
C. Lenticular
12.
What is the primary factor that determines the altitude at which clouds form?
A.
Pressure
B.
Temperature
C.
Wind Speed
D.
None of the above
ANSWER :
B. Temperature