Measurement of Precipitation

What are the various devices used for measurement of precipitation?

• Radars

• Satellites

• Rain Gauges

• Barometer

A non-recording rain gauge display only total rainfall?

• True

• False

How does a recording rain gauge work?

• It gives a permanent automatic record of rainfall

• It only displays the amount of rain

• It uses a mechanical arrangement to record rainfall

• It produces a plot of rainfall vs time

What is the function of the float in a rain gauge?

• To record the rainfall on a rotating drum

• To drain out the collected rainwater

• To weigh the rain or snow

• To tip the bucket

What type of rain gauge uses a tipping bucket mechanism?

• Non-recording rain gauge

• Recording rain gauge

• Standard rain gauge

• Evaporation gauge

Which of the following is a common material used to construct rain gauges?

• Plastic

• Wood

• Glass

• Metal

How often should a rain gauge be checked for accurate readings?

• Every hour

• Daily

• Weekly

• Monthly

What is the primary purpose of a rain gauge?

• To measure temperature

• To collect and measure precipitation

• To predict weather patterns

• To measure humidity

What is the typical measurement unit for rainfall collected by a rain gauge?

• Inches

• Centimeters

• Millimeters

• All of the above

What is the effect of wind on the accuracy of rain gauge measurements?

• It has no effect

• It can cause underestimation

• It can cause overestimation

• Both B and C