Exploring Weather Forecasting Instruments

What is the primary role of meteorologists?

• To study ocean currents

• To forecast weather

• To monitor wildlife

• To predict earthquakes

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Which instrument is used to measure air temperature?

• Anemometer

• Barometer

• Thermometer

• Hygrometer

What does a wind vane indicate?

• Wind speed

• Humidity

• Wind direction

• Air pressure

Which tool is used to measure air pressure?

• Hygrometer

• Thermometer

• Anemometer

• Barometer

What does a hygrometer measure?

• Humidity

• Wind speed

• Air pressure

• Temperature

How do weather satellites help meteorologists?

• By predicting earthquakes

• By measuring air pressure

• By measuring wind speed

• By showing cloud cover over Earth

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Which tool is used to measure rainfall?

• Barometer

• Rain gauge

• Anemometer

• Thermometer

What is the jet stream?

• A satellite used for weather forecasting

• A type of weather balloon

• A fast-moving air current above the ground

• A river in the sky

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Why is historical weather data important in forecasting?

• It indicates wind speed

• It measures air pressure

• It shows the current weather

• It helps predict future weather patterns

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What is a weather cycle?

• A repeating pattern in weather

• A type of weather instrument

• A method to measure humidity

• A tool to predict earthquakes

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