Exploring Weather Instruments and Their Functions

What does a thermometer measure?

• Air temperature

• Air pressure

• Humidity

• Wind speed

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

What does a high temperature on a thermometer indicate?

• High humidity

• Low air pressure

• Warm air

• Cold air

What instrument is used to measure air pressure?

• Hygrometer

• Anemometer

• Barometer

• Thermometer

What kind of weather is associated with low air pressure?

• Clear skies

• Dry weather

• Cloudy and stormy weather

• High temperatures

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What does a wind vane measure?

• Wind speed

• Wind direction

• Humidity

• Air pressure

What instrument measures wind speed?

• Hygrometer

• Anemometer

• Thermometer

• Barometer

What does a compass show?

• Humidity levels

• Air pressure

• Cardinal directions

• Wind speed

What does a hygrometer measure?

• Humidity

• Wind speed

• Temperature

• Air pressure

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What is used to measure the amount of rainfall?

• Rain gauge

• Barometer

• Anemometer

• Thermometer

What tool do meteorologists use to track precipitation?

• Compass

• Thermometer

• Radar

• Hygrometer