# Cloud science - 科目：雅思听力真题（Part 4） - 考频：中频 - 最近考试：2025.1.4/2022.2.19 - 题目数：10 - 来源页：https://www.yaquan.site/paper/f38174bd-4a59-48f0-a538-bc18d2230b2a（在线机考练习与音频请访问该页面） - 数据更新：2026-10-29 ## 题目原文 00:00:00,600 Today, we're exploring the fascinating history and implications of cloud science. This field has had a profound impact on meteorology, culture, and even human psychology. Let's start by going back to the early nineteenth century when the first major strides in cloud classification were made. A British scientist laid the foundation of modern cloud science by introducing a system to categorize clouds based on their shapes. He identified three main types. One of them, which he called cumulus, was noted for its towering vertical appearance and likened to a tower because of its cone-shaped form that stretches high into the atmosphere. Another type, in contrast, was more spread out and flat, resembling a sheet that blankets the sky. 00:00:49,060 This innovative classification helped scientists understand atmospheric behavior, but it wasn't without criticism. Many scholars questioned the terminology he used as it mixed Latin and English. Some critics argued that his language choices were awkward and reflected his challenges as a non-native English speaker. Despite these initial hurdles, the scientist became widely celebrated for his work. He even turned to the arts, composing poetry that reflected his admiration for clouds, blending his scientific insights with a deep appreciation for their beauty. 00:01:26,060 Moving beyond its scientific origins, the study of clouds began influencing cultural and artistic movements, especially in Britain. The newly established system of cloud classification had a significant impact on Romantic-era painters, who started incorporating intricate cloud formations into their landscapes. This was a powerful example of how scientific observation could inspire creativity. Meanwhile, scientists of the time sought practical applications for their newfound knowledge. They experimented with altering weather patterns, attempting to increase rainfall or even create fog in controlled environments. To achieve these goals, they employed innovative methods such as launching rockets filled with substances intended to influence atmospheric conditions. 00:02:15,260 As we move into the twentieth century, cloud science continued to evolve, but not without challenges. One of the most notable experiments involved using silver iodide to seed clouds and encourage rainfall. 00:02:28,740 However, this practice raised environmental concerns. For instance, in Australia, researchers discovered that a lake had been polluted as a direct result of these activities, sparking debates about the sustainability of weather modification. 00:02:43,880 In response, scientists began exploring alternative approaches. One promising method involves using salt particles instead of chemicals, which poses less risk to ecosystems while achieving similar results. 00:02:58,360 Lastly, cloud science has shed light on the relationship between weather and human behavior. Recent studies have revealed that changes in atmospheric conditions can significantly affect cognitive functions. For example, shifts in humidity or temperature have been shown to influence people's memory, either enhancing or impairing it depending on the circumstances. This underscores the interconnectedness of our environment, our minds, and ## 题目与答案 ### 31. Origins · A British scientist classified clouds into three shapes, with the second type(Cumulus) resembling a cone-shaped 31_____ . Origins · A British scientist classified clouds into three shapes, with the second type(Cumulus) resembling a cone-shaped 31_____ . **答案**：tower 原文定位：One of them, which he called cumulus, was noted for its towering vertical appearance and likened to a tower because of its cone-shaped form that stretches high into the atmosphere 同义替换：「resembling」↔「likened to」 ### 32. · The third type of cloud was compared to a flat 32_____ . · The third type of cloud was compared to a flat 32_____ . **答案**：sheet 原文定位：Another type, in contrast, was more spread out and flat, resembling a sheet that blankets the sky 同义替换：「compared to」↔「resembling」 ### 33. · The scientist faced criticism for the 33_____ used in naming clouds, as English was not his native language. · The scientist faced criticism for the 33_____ used in naming clouds, as English was not his native language. **答案**：language 原文定位：Many scholars questioned the terminology he used as it mixed Latin and English. Some critics argued that his language choices were awkward and reflected his challenges as a non-native English speaker 同义替换：「criticism」↔「questioned」；「used in naming clouds」↔「terminology he used」；「English was not his native language」↔「non-native English speaker」 ### 34. · Despite the critiques, he gained fame as a scientific celebrity and even composed 34_____ praising the beauty of clouds. · Despite the critiques, he gained fame as a scientific celebrity and even composed 34_____ praising the beauty of clouds. **答案**：poetry 原文定位：He even turned to the arts, composing poetry that reflected his admiration for clouds, blending his scientific insights with a deep appreciation for their beauty 同义替换：「praising the beauty of」↔「reflected his admiration for」 ### 35. Cultural and Artistic Impacts · The 35_____ influenced British art, inspiring artists to incorporate cloud depictions into their works. Cultural and Artistic Impacts · The 35_____ influenced British art, inspiring artists to incorporate cloud depictions into their works. **答案**：art 原文定位：Moving beyond its scientific origins, the study of clouds began influencing cultural and artistic movements, especially in Britain. The newly established system of cloud classification had a significant impact on Romantic-era painters, who started incorporating intricate cloud formations into their landscapes 同义替换：「influenced」↔「had a significant impact on」；「British art」↔「artistic movements」 ### 36. · Scientists experimented with altering weather conditions, such as increasing or decreasing rainfall or 36_____ . · Scientists experimented with altering weather conditions, such as increasing or decreasing rainfall or 36_____ . **答案**：fog 原文定位：They experimented with altering weather patterns, attempting to increase rainfall or even create fog in controlled environments ### 37. · 37_____ were sometimes employed to deliver man-made materials for weather modification. · 37_____ were sometimes employed to deliver man-made materials for weather modification. **答案**：rocket 原文定位：To achieve these goals, they employed innovative methods such as launching rockets filled with substances intended to influence atmospheric conditions 同义替换：「deliver man-made materials」↔「filled with substances」；「weather modification」↔「influence atmospheric conditions」 ### 38. Modern Weather Science · The use of silver iodide in weather experiments led to water pollution, as observed in a 38_____ in Australia. Modern Weather Science · The use of silver iodide in weather experiments led to water pollution, as observed in a 38_____ in Australia. **答案**：lake 原文定位：For instance, in Australia, researchers discovered that a lake had been polluted as a direct result of these activities, sparking debates about the sustainability of weather modification 同义替换：「observed in」↔「discovered」 ### 39. · Today, some research focuses on using 39_____ as a safer alternative for weather manipulation. · Today, some research focuses on using 39_____ as a safer alternative for weather manipulation. **答案**：salt 原文定位：One promising method involves using salt particles instead of chemicals, which poses less risk to ecosystems while achieving similar results 同义替换：「safer alternative」↔「poses less risk to ecosystems」 ### 40. · Research into the psychological effects of weather shows that weather changes can significantly impact people`s 40_____ abilities. · Research into the psychological effects of weather shows that weather changes can significantly impact people`s 40_____ abilities. **答案**：memory 原文定位：Recent studies have revealed that changes in atmospheric conditions can significantly affect cognitive functions. For example, shifts in humidity or temperature have been shown to influence people's memory 同义替换：「weather changes」↔「changes in atmospheric conditions」；「impact」↔「affect」；「abilities」↔「cognitive functions」 --- 以上内容由鸭圈雅思真题库（www.yaquan.site）提供，收录近期雅思考试真题回忆，支持在线机考模式免费练习。