What Are Clouds Made Of?
2. Ice
Not all clouds are made of liquid water. On some days, you will be able to see what is known as cirrus clouds. These clouds are found high up in the atmosphere and are formed when water vapor is deposited in tiny particles and then form into ice crystals. These clouds are easily blown apart by strong winds.
When this happens, the clouds will begin to break up and spread out, resulting in the wispy appearance of the clouds. These clouds are formed when relatively dry, warm air is able to rise all the way to the higher levels of our atmosphere.
