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Browse condensation nuclei Resources

Browse condensation nuclei Resources

Real World: Global Cloud Observation Day

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Primary Topic: 
Water Cycle
Subtopics: 
Hydrologic Cycle, Precipitation, Weather
Type: 
Video
Audience: 
Informal, Formal, 6 - 8
Standards: 
ESS2.A, ESS2.D
Keywords: 
clouds, atmosphere, water vapor, evaporation, condensation, aerosols, condensation nuclei
Summary: 
Learn about precipitation and how clouds are formed. Find out why scientists study clouds and how you can help NASA collect cloud observation data as part of the Students' Cloud Observation OnLine, or S'COOL, Project.