Theory question 306
Weather(a) Define the term climate. (b) Name the instrument used in measuring each of the following climatic elements: (i) Temperature; (ii) Pressure; (iii) Rainfall; (iv) Sunshine; (v) Humidity. (c) In what four ways is the study of weather and climate important to man?
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(a) Climate is the average weather conditions of a place over a long period, usually about 30-35 years.
(b)(i) Thermometer (maximum and minimum/Six's thermometer); (ii) barometer; (iii) rain gauge; (iv) Campbell-Stokes sunshine recorder; (v) hygrometer (wet and dry bulb thermometers).
(c) Helps farmers plan planting and harvesting; aviation and shipping safety; warns of hazards (storms, floods, drought); choice of clothing and building design; planning of tourism and sports; military operations; understanding of vegetation and soils.
Learn one instrument for each element.