Scientific instruments

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What is a Doppler Radar?

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A ground-based instrument that sends out radio waves to determine the intensity and direction of precipitation for short-term weather forecasts.

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What does a hydrometer measure?

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It measures density or specific gravity by how high it floats in a liquid.

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What instrument measures wind direction?

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Wind vane.

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What happens to a hydrometer in a dense liquid?

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It floats higher up.

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What is the primary use of satellites in agriculture?

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To monitor crop health, land use, and agricultural practices.

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What is the function of a graduated cylinder?

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To measure the volume of liquids accurately.

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What does an anemometer measure?

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Wind speed.

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What is a barometer used for?

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To measure atmospheric pressure.

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What is the purpose of a sling psychrometer?

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To measure humidity by comparing wet and dry bulb temperatures.

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What is a spectroscope?

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An instrument used to measure properties of light over a specific portion of the electromagnetic spectrum.