Weather Things: Advanced Weather Instruments

The video tutorial explains the role of transmissometers and ceilometers in measuring visibility and cloud base at airports, which are crucial for safe aircraft operations. It highlights the importance of various weather instruments, such as those measuring ultraviolet radiation and electric fields, in predicting weather events like lightning. The tutorial emphasizes the need for proper calibration and positioning of instruments to ensure accurate data collection. It concludes by discussing how weather data is used to study past climates and predict future weather patterns.

What is the primary function of a transmissometer at airports?

• To measure humidity

• To measure temperature

• To measure visibility

• To measure wind speed

Which of the following is NOT a natural aerosol?

• Pollen

• Dust

• Soot

• Ash

What can an electric field mill predict?

• Temperature changes

• Cloud to ground lightning

• Wind speed

• Rainfall

Why is it important to properly position weather instruments?

• To avoid data contamination

• To enhance their appearance

• To increase their lifespan

• To reduce maintenance costs

How do weather instruments contribute to climate studies?

• By recording and sharing weather data

• By providing entertainment

• By predicting earthquakes

• By creating weather forecasts