Mystery Clouds: Uncovering the Enigma

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The discussion revolves around the phenomenon of clouds forming and dissipating in a specific area, with participants exploring potential explanations for this behavior. The scope includes theoretical considerations of meteorological processes, observational accounts, and speculative reasoning about atmospheric conditions.

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  • Some participants question the nature of the "mystery," suggesting that clouds forming and dissipating is a common occurrence influenced by atmospheric conditions.
  • Others propose that the clouds may be cumulus clouds formed by thermal updrafts from the ground, possibly influenced by rotor turbulence or other wind flow phenomena.
  • A participant notes that the video appears sped up, which may misrepresent the actual rate of cloud formation and dissipation.
  • Some participants express curiosity about the stationary nature of the cloud compared to surrounding clouds, questioning why it behaves differently.
  • There are mentions of potential heat sources on the ground, such as factories or oil refineries, that could contribute to the cloud formation.
  • One participant suggests that the phenomenon could be related to evapotranspiration and temperature changes in the area.
  • Several participants share their observations of similar cloud behaviors in different locations, indicating that this may not be an isolated incident.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally do not reach a consensus on the nature of the cloud phenomenon. Multiple competing views remain, with some asserting that the behavior is normal while others find it unusual and seek scientific explanations.

Contextual Notes

Some participants note the lack of specific contextual information, such as the exact location and environmental conditions, which may affect the interpretation of the cloud behavior.

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This discussion may be of interest to those studying meteorology, atmospheric science, or anyone curious about cloud formation and behavior in varying environmental contexts.

  • #31
deathbystereo said:
Because clouds aren't supposed to do that normally cloulds have a function they're up there for a reason. What's the reason for that?

you have already been given the answer, I even requoted it
what part of that good response didn't you understand ?
 
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A rising thermal rises till it hits a level ( height) where the moisture in the air of that thermal condenses into clouds.
This is called the dew point. The height at which dew point is reached and clouds form is called the condensation level.
The winds then carry those clouds off. But the thermal is still rising and causing new replacement clouds to form
and then in turn get carried off. This will continue till the rising thermal or the winds cease."

Dave
 
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  • #33
The question in the OP has been answered. Whether the OP believes it or not is unfortunately a different matter. Thread is closed.
 
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