Weather Tools

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What is a thermometer?

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A tool that measures temperature.

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What does an anemometer measure?

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Wind speed.

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What type of weather does a high pressure system usually bring?

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Sunny and dry weather.

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What does a barometer measure?

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High and low pressure in the air.

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What is a rain gauge used for?

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To measure the amount of rain that has fallen.

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What is a hygrometer?

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A tool that measures humidity in the air.

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What does a wind vane do?

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It shows the direction of the wind.

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What is the purpose of weather tools?

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To help us understand and predict the weather.

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What does a weather balloon do?

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It collects data about the atmosphere.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is the short-term state of the atmosphere, while climate is the long-term average of weather.