Preferred Label : stratus cloud;
IUPAC definition : A uniform, featureless layer of cloud resembling fog but not resting on the ground;
when this very low layer is broken up into irregular shreds, it is designated as fractostratus;
300-600 m; widespread irregular stirring and lifting of the shallow layer of cool,
damp air near the ground.;
Origin ID : S06044;
Currated CISMeF NLP mapping
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A uniform, featureless layer of cloud resembling fog but not resting on the ground;
when this very low layer is broken up into irregular shreds, it is designated as fractostratus;
300-600 m; widespread irregular stirring and lifting of the shallow layer of cool,
damp air near the ground.
