Measuring Weather: Precipitation Flashcards
1
Q
What is used to measure precipitation?
A
A rain gauge
2
Q
What is a rain gauge like?
A
A measuring cylinder with a funnel on top placed in an open area, not sheltered by anything, in order to ensure an accurate reading.
3
Q
How does a rain gauge work?
A
The rain falls through the funnel into the cylinder. When the funnel is removed, the amount of rain that has fallen can be recorded.
4
Q
What is the unit for measurement?
A
Millimeters (mm)
5
Q
What are isohyets?
A
The lines on a weather map showing areas of equal rainfall
