Barometers and You

What is the main purpose of making a simple barometer at home according to the passage?

• To learn about air pressure and its effect on weather

• To measure the temperature

• To study the formation of clouds

• To understand the concept of gravity

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What are some fields that rely on barometers for measuring air pressure and predicting weather changes?

• Agriculture

• Meteorology

• Geology

• Cooking

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What is the main purpose of barometers?

• To measure atmospheric pressure

• To monitor changes in air temperature

• To predict earthquakes

• To measure wind speed

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What can children learn by observing the changes in the homemade barometer?

• How to cook homemade meals

• How to predict weather patterns

• How to play musical instruments

• How to build a homemade telescope

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What do barometers measure to determine air pressure?

• Temperature

• Humidity

• Weight of the air above them

• Wind speed

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