Understanding how the characteristics of cirrus clouds over the ocean evolve is critical for comprehending the dynamics of climate change. In this respect, ...

Cloud-watchers can talk all about the interesting shapes they've noticed over the years. They may have been gazing out the car window during a road trip, or tanning on the beach, or on a morning walk.

Clouds are often not represented in climate models. ... “Cirrus clouds — high, ... fluffy clouds that often hover over the ocean on overcast days — reflect more sunlight, ...

Cirrus clouds, known for their wispy, feathery appearance, are shaped by strong winds high in the atmosphere. These winds act on the ice crystals that make up cirrus clouds, twisting and spreading ...

Cirrus clouds — high, ... “We concluded that as the ocean warms, the low-level clouds over the oceans tend to dissipate,” said Myers, one of the authors of the study.

And, finally, the observed stability of tropical temperatures argues that increased clouds provide even greater negative feedback to CO2, and a cloud expert who has done enough research for 80 Ph ...

The word cirrus comes from the Latin word “cirro,” which means curl of hair or fringe. Cirrus clouds are found high in the atmosphere where most jet planes fly, between 20,000 and 40,000 feet.