The cloud that is NOT precipitating and covers the entire sky, forming a low blanket of clouds that causes overcast conditions.

What kind of cloud is this?

A) stratus

B) nimbostratus

C) altostratus

D) cirrostratus

A) stratus

Explanation:

A stratus is a low-level cloud that is caused by the horizontal layering of the sky has a uniform base and is described as a flat hazy ad featureless cloud that had colors of dark grey to white. It occurs at a height of about 0-2,000 m, in height, they produce a light drizzle and small amounts of snow. And are formed when the sheets of the warm air are lifted fo from the ground by supercooled water droplets and the clouds have a nebulous veil. About 50 % of this type of cloud covers the arctic region. Thereby causing a large effect on the energy emissions and absorptions through radiation.

The Correct Answer is A

Explanation:

When large air masses cool then Stratus Clouds are formed, also known as Fog or mist. Stratus Clouds are one of the clouds which are formed lowest in the sky. Stratus Clouds are the grayish color clouds and often cover the entire sky. They look alike Fog but doesn't reach the ground. Stratus Clouds are formed low in the atmosphere when air is forced up slowly.