Weather and Climate Chapter 1

What tool can be used to measure rainfall?

• a thermometer

• a rain gauge

• a ruler

• a popsicle stick

What are meteorologists?

• scientists who study temperature

• scientists who study weather and climate

• scientists who study environments

• scientists who study animals

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Why do meteorologists measure weather the same way?

• to make it possible to compare weather

• just for fun

• because it's easier

• they don't

What temperature is shown on this thermometer?

• 40º F

• 50º F

• 44º F

• 42º F

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Meteorologists measure temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.

• True

• False

Precipitation is __________.

• windy weather

• only snow

• only rain

• any water that falls from the sky

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If we describe and collect our weather measurements different ways, can we compare them?

• Yes

• No

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Weak evidence ____________.

• comes from opinions and how you feel

• is detailed

• is measured in the same way

• is scientific

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Which of the following does NOT describe strong evidence?

• comes from opinions and how you feel

• is detailed

• is measured in the same way

• is scientific

What is the best way to measure temperature?

• with our hands

• with a thermometer