How Rainfall is Measured

How Rainfall is Measured

Assessment

Interactive Video

Life Skills, Geography, Science

KG - University

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video tutorial explores the significance of measuring rain, highlighting its applications in agriculture, water collection, weather forecasting, and disaster prevention. It explains the tools and methods used for rain measurement, such as rain gauges and radar, and discusses how rainfall intensity is classified. The tutorial also covers the concept of rainfall probability and the occurrence of unusual storm events.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is measuring rainfall crucial for farmers?

To predict the weather accurately

To manage irrigation needs during planting

To determine the best time for harvesting

To calculate the amount of fertilizer needed

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which tool is considered one of the simplest for measuring rain?

Anemometer

Thermometer

Rain gauge

Barometer

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do radars estimate the amount of rain in an area?

By measuring temperature changes

By analyzing wind speed

By sending and bouncing wave pulses

By detecting humidity levels

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the classification for rainfall with a rate greater than 50 millimeters per hour?

Light rain

Violent rain

Moderate rain

Heavy rain

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does a 'one in 100 year storm' signify?

A storm that occurs every 100 years

A storm that happens once every decade

A storm with a 50% chance of occurring in any given year

A storm with a 1% chance of occurring in any given year

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