The task involves identifying the correct weather instruments for measuring specific weather elements. Below is the solution with explanations:
Task: Match the weather instruments to their functions.
#### Given Instruments:
1.
Rain Gauge
2.
Anemometer
3.
Wind Vane
4.
Thermometer
#### Questions and Answers:
1.
The instrument for measuring temperature is called a ______.
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Answer: Thermometer
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Explanation: A thermometer is used to measure temperature, which indicates how hot or cold it is.
2.
The instrument for measuring the direction of wind is called a ______.
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Answer: Wind Vane
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Explanation: A wind vane is used to determine the direction from which the wind is blowing (e.g., north, south, east, west).
3.
The instrument for measuring the amount of rain is called a ______.
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Answer: Rain Gauge
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Explanation: A rain gauge measures the amount of rainfall in a given period, typically in millimeters or inches.
4.
The instrument for measuring the speed of wind is called an ______.
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Answer: Anemometer
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Explanation: An anemometer measures the speed of the wind, often in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h).
Final Answer:
- Temperature:
Thermometer
- Direction of wind:
Wind Vane
- Amount of rain:
Rain Gauge
- Speed of wind:
Anemometer
Completed Worksheet:
```
The instrument for measuring temperature is called a
Thermometer.
The instrument for measuring the direction of wind is called a
Wind Vane.
The instrument for measuring the amount of rain is called a
Rain Gauge.
The instrument for measuring the speed of wind is called an
Anemometer.
```
Final Answer Boxed:
\boxed{
\begin{aligned}
&\text{Temperature: Thermometer} \\
&\text{Direction of wind: Wind Vane} \\
&\text{Amount of rain: Rain Gauge} \\
&\text{Speed of wind: Anemometer}
\end{aligned}
}
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of weather instruments worksheet.
