Weather Tools

What does a weather vane indicate?

• The speed of the wind.

• The temperature of the air.

• The direction of the wind.

• The humidity level.

What tool is used to determine wind direction?

• Anemometer

• Barometer

• Wind Vane

• Thermometer

What is a forecast?

• A prediction of future weather conditions.

• A historical analysis of past weather patterns.

• A detailed report on current weather conditions.

• An estimate of future economic trends.

What is the difference between weather and climate?

• Weather refers to long-term atmospheric patterns; climate refers to short-term conditions.

• Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions; climate is long-term patterns.

• Weather and climate are the same; both refer to atmospheric conditions.

• Weather is determined by human activity; climate is natural.

What is a device that measures temperature?

• Thermometer

• Barometer

• Hygrometer

• Anemometer

What is a meteorologist's job?

• To study and predict weather patterns.

• To analyze geological formations.

• To forecast stock market trends.

• To design climate control systems.

What does an anemometer do?

• Measures temperature.

• Measures wind speed.

• Measures humidity.

• Measures atmospheric pressure.

What is the function of a barometer?

• To measure temperature.

• To measure atmospheric pressure.

• To measure humidity.

• To measure wind speed.

What is the significance of weather balloons?

• They collect data about the atmosphere at different altitudes.

• They are used for recreational purposes in meteorology.

• They help in predicting earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

• They are primarily used for transporting goods in the atmosphere.

What instrument reads the pressure in the air?

• Barometer

• Thermometer

• Hygrometer

• Anemometer