WAEC Geography 1999 Question 31

Question 31

Weather

The instrument used for measuring wind velocity is called

  1. A.a barometer
  2. B.a wind vane
  3. C.a hygrometer
  4. D.an anemometer
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (an anemometer)

Explanation

An anemometer measures wind speed; a wind vane shows direction.