Weather Tools

Front

What tool measures air temperature?

Back

Thermometer

Front

What is the name of the tool that measures wind speed?

Back

Anemometer

Front

What instrument indicates wind direction?

Back

Wind Vane

Front

What tool measures air pressure?

Back

Barometer

Front

Which instruments would a meteorologist use to predict wind speed, direction, and temperature?

Back

Anemometer, Wind Vane, Thermometer

Front

What does a hygrometer measure?

Back

Humidity in the air

Front

What is the purpose of a barometer?

Back

To measure atmospheric pressure

Front

How does a thermometer work?

Back

It measures temperature by the expansion of liquids or gases.

Front

What is a wind sock used for?

Back

To indicate wind direction and speed

Front

What does an anemometer look like?

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It typically has rotating cups or blades that spin in the wind.