How to read a barometer

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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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How does air pressure change with altitude?

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Air pressure decreases as altitude increases.

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What weather conditions are associated with low-pressure systems?

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Low-pressure systems are typically associated with stormy and rainy weather.

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What weather conditions are associated with high-pressure systems?

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High-pressure systems are usually associated with clear skies and calm weather.

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What does a rapid drop in barometric pressure indicate?

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A rapid drop in barometric pressure often indicates that stormy weather is approaching.

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What is the relationship between air pressure and weather patterns?

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Air pressure influences weather patterns; low pressure can lead to storms, while high pressure can lead to fair weather.

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What happens to air pressure when a person climbs a mountain?

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The air pressure decreases as a person climbs a mountain.

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What is the typical wind direction around a low-pressure system in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Winds circulate counterclockwise around a low-pressure system in the Northern Hemisphere.

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What is the typical wind direction around a high-pressure system in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Winds circulate clockwise around a high-pressure system in the Northern Hemisphere.

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What does a steady increase in barometric pressure indicate?

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A steady increase in barometric pressure often indicates improving weather conditions.