Unit 4 Vocabulary Practice (Weather Instruments)

Front

What instrument has measurement marks on the side and is used to measure precipitation?

Back

Rain Gauge

Front

What is a system or device used to detect remote signals from radio waves, often used in weather to reflect off clouds and weather fronts?

Back

Radar

Front

What instrument is used to determine the direction of the wind?

Back

Wind Vane

Front

What is a barometer used to measure?

Back

Air pressure

Front

What instrument is used to measure temperature and sometimes contains red-colored mercury?

Back

Thermometer

Front

What do we call the amount of water vapor in the air?

Back

Humidity

Front

What instrument shows the temperature of the air?

Back

Thermometer

Front

What is the purpose of a rain gauge?

Back

To measure the amount of rainfall.

Front

What does a wind vane indicate?

Back

The direction from which the wind is blowing.

Front

What is the main function of a barometer?

Back

To measure air pressure.