Weather Instruments
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Science
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5th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an anemometer?
Back
An anemometer is a weather instrument used to measure wind speed.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does a barometer measure?
Back
A barometer measures air pressure.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the function of a rain gauge?
Back
A rain gauge measures the amount of precipitation (rainfall).
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does a wind vane do?
Back
A wind vane shows the direction of the wind.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to molecules when they lose energy?
Back
When molecules lose energy, they contract.
Tags
NGSS.MS-PS1-4
NGSS.MS-PS3-4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What instrument measures temperature?
Back
A thermometer measures temperature.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does low pressure on a barometer indicate?
Back
Low pressure on a barometer indicates that it is likely to rain.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
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