Presents the more common types of clouds, and explains in detail the processes of evaporation and condensation. An animated sequence demonstrates how the sun, air and water working together cause water vapour to rise and how subsequent condensation causes clouds to form. Traces the complete water cycle. Shows the importance of clouds to humans, particularly in farming, fishing and aviation.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
320437
Language
English
Subject categories
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Climatology
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Clouds
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Hydrologic cycle
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Climatology
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Clouds
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)