Acadia National Park - Barometer Instructional Video

Ranger Lynn guides viewers through creating a barometer using simple materials. The tutorial covers the necessary supplies, preparation of a rubber glove, assembly of a straw and arrow, and creating a guide for weather observation. The barometer indicates atmospheric pressure changes, predicting sunny or stormy weather. The project is educational and fun, encouraging observation of weather patterns.

What is the primary function of a barometer?

• To measure temperature

• To measure atmospheric pressure

• To measure wind speed

• To measure humidity

Which part of the rubber glove is not needed for the barometer?

• The thumb

• The palm

• The wrist

• The fingers

What is used to secure the rubber glove on the jar?

• A piece of tape

• A rubber band

• A string

• A clip

What shape is cut out from the card stock to create the arrow?

• A square

• A triangle

• A circle

• A rectangle

Where should the arrowhead of the straw be facing when attached to the jar?

• Upward

• Inward

• Downward

• Outward

What should be drawn on the top of the index card guide?

• A sun

• A star

• A tree

• A rain cloud

What does it indicate when the arrow of the barometer rises?

• Rainy weather

• Windy weather

• Sunny and clear weather

• Snowy weather