Category: Define

Cloud Bank – Definition

Cloud Bank A well-defined cloud mass that can be observed at a distance. It covers the horizon, but is not directly overhead. Cloud A visible

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Cloudburst – Definition

Cloudburst A sudden, heavy rainfall of a showery nature. Rain Precipitation in the form of liquid water droplets greater than 0.5 mm. If widely scattered,

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Conduction – Definition

Conduction The transfer of heat through a substance by molecular action or from one substance by being in contact with another. Heat A form of

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Coalescence – Definition

Coalescence The merging of two water drops into a single larger drop. Water Refers to the chemical compound, H2O, as well as its liquid form.

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Continent – Definition

Continent A large land mass rising abruptly from the deep ocean floor, including marginal regions that are shallowly submerged. Continents constitute about one-third of the

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Cold – Definition

Cold A condition marked by low or decidedly subnormal temperature. The lack of heat. Temperature The measure of molecular motion or the degree of heat

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