Measuring Instruments
What instrument is used to measure temperature?
A thermometer
Weather refers to the atmospheric conditions over a long period of time
False
_____ referes to the atmospheric conditions in the area at a specific moment.
Weather
Tiempo meteorológico
Weather
What type of instrument is used to measure air pressure?
A barometer
A barometer measures wind velocity
False
Why is the weather important
Because it affects our comfort, our food , our water supply and even our safety
Brisa
Breeze
What type of instrument is used to measure wind direction?
A weather vane
A weather vane is used to measure wind direction
True
What causes the wind to blow?
When air moves from high-pressure areas to low-pressure areas
Pronóstico
Forecast
Precipitation is measured with a...
rain gauge
A front represents where air changes temperature
True
In this process the heat from the sun warms the water surface in oceans, seas lakes and river. The water becomes vapour and rises into the air. Which part of the water cycle does this describe?
Evaporation
Veleta
Weather Vane
Wind velocity is measured with...
a anemometer
A gale is stronger than a breeze
True
Condensation
Pluviómetro
Rain guage