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MHMS Weather LS1
MHMS Weather Watch Learning Set 1
Term | Definition |
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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. |