3.1. Rain Gauge

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does a rain gauge measure?

   Hint

   Think about what kind of weather involves water.

2. 2.

   Name one type of recording gauge.

   Hint

   This gauge tips when it collects a certain amount of rain.

3. 3.

   What is the primary function of a rain gauge?

   • To measure wind speed
   • To measure precipitation
   • To measure temperature

   Hint

   Think about what you use to collect rainwater.

4. 4.

   True or False: Non-recording gauges provide continuous data.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall how data collection differs between gauge types.

5. 5.

   Given a scenario where there are different rain gauges in a hilly region, explain how you would analyze the rainfall data and which method you would prefer.

   Hint

   Remember the geographical influences on rain.

6. 6.

   Assume you have collected rainfall data from both recording and non-recording gauges in a town. How would you compare the efficiency based on the recorded data?

   Hint

   Think about how continuously updated data provides insights that totals miss.