Weather Instruments-Flashcard

Front

What instrument shows wind direction?

Back

Wind Vane

Front

What instrument measures wind speed?

Back

Anemometer

Front

What do weather maps indicate?

Back

Atmospheric conditions above a large portion of the Earth's surface.

Front

What three instruments are used to predict wind speed, direction, and temperature?

Back

Anemometer, Wind Vane, Thermometer

Front

What are Rain, Sleet, Snow, and Hail classified as?

Back

Forms of precipitation.

Front

What instrument measures temperature?

Back

Thermometer

Front

What instrument measures atmospheric pressure?

Back

Barometer

Front

What instrument measures humidity in the air?

Back

Hygrometer

Front

What is the process of water vapor turning into liquid water?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the process of water turning into vapor?

Back

Evaporation