Weather Instruments, Variables, and Units

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What is a barometer?

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A barometer is an instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure.

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What does a thermometer measure?

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A thermometer measures temperature.

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What are the units for measuring atmospheric pressure?

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Millibars (mb) or inches of mercury (inHg).

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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 does a weather vane indicate?

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A weather vane indicates the direction of the wind.

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What are the units for measuring precipitation?

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Inches (in) or millimeters (mm).

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What is the purpose of a Sling Psychrometer?

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A Sling Psychrometer is used to measure humidity.

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What is percent cloud cover?

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Percent cloud cover is a measure of the fraction of the sky covered by clouds.

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What is the function of a rain gauge?

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A rain gauge measures the amount of liquid precipitation over a set period.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.