Wind is moving air, and measuring it helps us understand weather patterns and predict changes. We use different tools to measure two main things about wind: its speed (how fast it's moving) and its direction (which way it's blowing from). These measurements are important for everything from planning a picnic to predicting severe weather events like hurricanes.
This worksheet will introduce you to some of the tools used to measure wind speed and direction. By understanding how these tools work, you'll gain a better understanding of weather and the world around you.
Match the terms with their definitions:
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Anemometer | A. The direction from which the wind is blowing. |
| 2. Wind Vane | B. A unit of wind speed measurement (miles per hour). |
| 3. Wind Speed | C. An instrument used to measure wind speed. |
| 4. Wind Direction | D. An instrument used to indicate wind direction. |
| 5. MPH | E. How fast the wind is moving. |
Complete the paragraph with the correct words from the word bank. (Word bank: anemometer, wind vane, direction, speed, weather)
Understanding _________ patterns requires knowledge of both wind _________ and wind _________. A __________ is used to measure how fast the wind is blowing, while a ___________ tells us where the wind is coming from.
Imagine you are a meteorologist. Why is it important to measure both wind speed and wind direction when predicting the weather?
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