Multiple choice

The clouds extending from one side of horizon to other as a dark grey sheet having uniform base are called:

  1. Stratus clouds

  2. Cumulus clouds

  3. Cirrus clouds

  4. Nimbus clouds
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Explanation

 Cirrus : 'Cirrus' in latin means a shape similar to a lock of curly hair.
Stratus : 'Stratus' in latin refers to a sheet-like formations. Nimbus : 'Nimbus' refers to rain-bearing cloud. Cumulus : 'Cumulus' in latin refers to a heap or a pile shape and this cloud grows vertically.

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