NASA | For Good Measure

NASA | For Good Measure

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Biology, Geography, Science

5th - 12th Grade

Hard

The video discusses the importance of measuring rain for various aspects of life, such as safety and economy. It highlights the limitations of traditional rain gauges and radar technology, which only cover small areas and are not available everywhere. The video introduces the Global Precipitation Measurement Mission (GPM), which uses satellites to provide comprehensive global precipitation data every three hours, covering land, oceans, and various terrains.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to know when and where it rains?

To plan weekend activities

To determine the best time for shopping

To make decisions about safety and transportation

To predict stock market trends

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major limitation of using rain gauges?

They are not accurate

They require constant maintenance

They can only measure rain in a small area

They are too expensive to use

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does radar technology help in measuring precipitation?

By capturing images of clouds

By sending signals that scatter off rain or snow

By detecting wind speed

By measuring temperature changes

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant challenge in measuring global precipitation?

Inaccessibility of certain regions

Lack of trained personnel

High cost of equipment

Inability to measure over oceans

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of the Global Precipitation Measurement Mission?

To measure precipitation rates globally every three hours

To provide local weather forecasts

To replace all existing rain gauges

To study the effects of climate change