#9 Predicting Weather Changes

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What is a Rain Gauge?

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A tool used to collect and measure the amount of precipitation (rain, sleet, snow) that falls during a specific period.

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What does an Anemometer measure?

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An instrument used to measure wind speed.

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What type of map shows weather patterns and conditions from space?

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Satellite map.

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Define Probability in the context of weather forecasting.

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The likelihood or chance of a specific weather event occurring.

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What is the purpose of a Wind Vane?

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A tool that shows the direction from which the wind is blowing.

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What does a Barometer measure?

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An instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure, which helps predict weather changes.

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What is a Radar map used for?

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To detect precipitation and storm systems, showing their intensity and movement.

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What is an Isobar map?

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A weather map that uses lines to connect points of equal atmospheric pressure.

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What is an Isotherm map?

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A weather map that uses lines to connect points of equal temperature.

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What is the role of Satellites in weather prediction?

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Satellites provide images and data about cloud cover, temperature, and other atmospheric conditions.