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MHMS Weather LS1
MHMS Weather Watch Learning Set 1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Anemometer | an instrument used to measure wind speed. |
| Barometer | an instrument used to measure air pressure. |
| Hygrometer | a tool used to measure humidity |
| Rain gauge | a tool used to measure precipitation. In the United States, precipitation is usually measured in inches. |
| Thermometer | a tool used to measure temperature |
| Wind vane | a tool for measuring wind direction. |
| Cold front | A cold air mass that meets a warm air mass and moves under it, pushing the warm air mass up. Causes cooler temperatures. |
| Occluded front | Occurs when a cold front catches up and to and overtakes a warm front. Causes several days of cloudiness and light precipitation |
| Stationary front | Occurs when a cold front meets a warm front and no movement happens. Can sit for days, often bringing clouds and rain. |
| Warm front | A warm air mass that meets a cold air mass and rises up and over it. Often causes precipitation followed by high humidity. |