6.3.2 - Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge
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Practice Questions
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What is the main function of a tipping bucket rain gauge?
💡 Hint: Think about what makes this gauge different from manual ones.
Name one advantage of using a tipping bucket rain gauge.
💡 Hint: Consider how it can help in data collection efficiently.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What mechanism does the tipping bucket rain gauge use to measure rainfall?
💡 Hint: Identify the device's primary function.
True or False: A tipping bucket rain gauge is less accurate in capturing very low-intensity rainfall.
💡 Hint: Recall any limitations discussed in class.
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In a comparative analysis, consider how the efficiency of a tipping bucket rain gauge might differ from a traditional rain gauge during a storm. What design elements contribute to this difference?
💡 Hint: Focus on the advantages of automation in measurement.
Propose two modifications to enhance the accuracy of data collected by a tipping bucket rain gauge during extreme weather. What scientific principles would you incorporate?
💡 Hint: Think about environmental impacts on measurement accuracy.
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