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Weather Flashcards

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What is weather?

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Weather is the day to day changes in the atmosphere of a particular place.

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What is the name of the person who studies weather?

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Meteorologist

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Characteristics of a weather station:

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  1. It is located on a flat to level ground.
  2. It must not be sited near to buildings or trees but rather in an open position.
  3. It must be fenced.
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What are some weather elements?

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Sunshine
Rainfall
Cloud cover
Temperature
Humidity
Atmospheric pressure
Wind (speed and direction)

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What are some weather instruments?

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1.Campbell stroke’s sunshine recorder
2. Rain gauge
3. Ceilometer
4. Thermometer
5. Hygrometer
6. Barometer
7. Anemometer
8. Wind vane

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What are some units of measurement?

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Secs|mins|hrs
Millimetres
Metres or ortas
Celsius, Fahrenheit
Humidity
Hectopascals
Miles per HR
Degrees

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