Cirrus cloud

Genus of atmospheric cloud

Cirrus (cloud classification symbol: Ci) is a genus of high-altitude cloud made of ice crystals. Cirrus clouds typically appear delicate and wispy with white strands. In the Earth's atmosphere, cirrus are usually formed when warm, dry air rises, causing water vapor deposition onto mineral dust and metallic particles at high altitudes.

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