Weather Instruments

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What is a low pressure area?

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A low pressure area is a region where the atmospheric pressure is lower than that of surrounding locations, often associated with cloudy and rainy weather.

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What is an occluded front?

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An occluded front occurs when a cold front overtakes a warm front, leading to complex weather patterns and often precipitation.

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What does a station model represent?

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A station model is a symbolic representation of weather conditions at a specific location, including temperature, humidity, wind speed, and precipitation.

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What instrument is used to measure temperature?

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A thermometer is used to measure temperature.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is formed when warm air rises over cold air, leading to gradual temperature increases and often light rain.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front occurs when cold air pushes into a region of warm air, often resulting in thunderstorms and a drop in temperature.

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What is a rain gauge?

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A rain gauge is an instrument used to measure the amount of rainfall over a specific period.

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What does a wind vane do?

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A wind vane indicates the direction from which the wind is blowing.

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What is an isobar?

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An isobar is a line on a weather map that connects points of equal atmospheric pressure.

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What is a hydrometer?

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A hydrometer is an instrument used to measure the density or specific gravity of liquids, often used in weather to measure humidity.