elements of Weather

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What is a barometer used to measure?

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A barometer is used to measure air pressure.

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How can we measure weather?

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We can measure weather using tools like a rain gauge, thermometer, anemometer, and psychrometer.

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What does air pressure measure?

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Air pressure measures the force of molecules pushing on a surface.

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What is temperature?

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Temperature is the measure of how hot or cold something is.

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What does it mean to be stationary?

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To be stationary means to stay in one place.

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What instrument measures temperature?

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A thermometer measures temperature.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the atmosphere, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is an anemometer used for?

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An anemometer is used to measure wind speed.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.

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What does a psychrometer measure?

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A psychrometer measures relative humidity.