Weather Instruments

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What is a wind vane?

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A wind vane is an instrument that shows the direction of the wind.

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What does it mean if a wind vane points to the east?

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The wind is coming from the east.

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What instrument measures temperature?

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Thermometer.

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How does a thermometer work?

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As molecules gain energy or get hot, they expand, causing the liquid in the thermometer to rise.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is a rain gauge used for?

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A rain gauge is used to measure the amount of precipitation.

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What does a barometer measure?

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A barometer measures air pressure.

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What is the function of an anemometer?

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An anemometer measures wind speed.

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What does a hygrometer measure?

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A hygrometer measures humidity in the air.

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What is the purpose of a weather balloon?

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A weather balloon is used to collect data about the atmosphere at high altitudes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What does a psychrometer measure?

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A psychrometer measures the relative humidity of the air.