Weather Instruments

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What does a high pressure system indicate about the weather?

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A high pressure system means it will be sunny.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What instrument should be used to measure rainfall?

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Rain gauge.

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If a wind vane is pointing to the east, where is the wind coming from?

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The wind is coming from the east.

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What does low pressure on a barometer indicate?

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Low pressure means it is going to rain.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What happens to molecules when they lose energy?

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They contract.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is the purpose of a barometer?

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To measure atmospheric pressure.

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What does an anemometer measure?

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Wind speed.

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What does a rain gauge measure?

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The amount of rainfall.

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What does a wind vane indicate?

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The direction of the wind.

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What type of weather is typically associated with high pressure systems?

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Clear and sunny weather.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5