6.2 - Non-Recording Rain Gauges
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Practice Questions
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What is a non-recording rain gauge used for?
💡 Hint: Think about why we measure rain in the first place.
Name one component of the Symons rain gauge.
💡 Hint: There are several parts that help collect and measure rain.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary function of a non-recording rain gauge?
💡 Hint: What does a rain gauge measure the most?
True or False: Non-recording rain gauges can provide information about the frequency of rainfall.
💡 Hint: Consider what types of data these gauges specifically miss.
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Challenge Problems
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As a meteorologist, you are tasked with establishing a rain measurement network. Given your limited budget, how would you justify the use of non-recording rain gauges in remote areas?
💡 Hint: Consider the trade-offs in accuracy versus cost in remote monitoring.
A town experiences significant rainfall but has only a non-recording rain gauge. Discuss how this limitation could impact flood forecasting.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how detailed data contributes to effective risk management.
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