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What is a weather station?

(A) A place where only rainfall is measured
(B) A place that brings together instruments used to measure weather
(C) A building used only for forecasting cyclones
(D) A laboratory for studying rocks

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

A weather station contains instruments used to measure different weather elements.

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Question (2)

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The main purpose of a weather station is to:

(A) Increase rainfall
(B) Measure and track weather conditions
(C) Control temperature
(D) Reduce humidity

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Weather stations collect and monitor weather data.

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Question (3)

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Readings at a weather station are taken at regular intervals mainly to:

(A) Increase wind speed
(B) Map and forecast weather
(C) Change atmospheric pressure
(D) Measure soil fertility

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Regular observations help in weather mapping and forecasting.

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Question (4)

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Which of the following is NOT commonly measured at a weather station?

(A) Temperature
(B) Humidity
(C) Wind speed
(D) Population density

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Population density is not a weather element.

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Question (5)

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An Automated Weather Station (AWS) is:

(A) Operated entirely by hand
(B) A self-operating weather-recording system
(C) Used only in airports
(D) Used only during storms

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

AWS automatically measures and records weather data.

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Question (6)

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Which weather element can an AWS measure?

(A) Atmospheric pressure
(B) Humidity
(C) Precipitation
(D) All of these

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

AWS can measure multiple weather elements.

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Question (7)

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If a weather station records temperatures of 34°C and 22°C during a day, what is the temperature range?

(A) 10°C
(B) 11°C
(C) 12°C
(D) 14°C

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Temperature range = 34 − 22 = 12°C.

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Question (8)

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A weather station records a maximum temperature of 30°C and a minimum temperature of 18°C. What is the mean daily temperature?

(A) 22°C
(B) 24°C
(C) 26°C
(D) 48°C

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Mean temperature = (30 + 18) ÷ 2 = 24°C.

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Question (9)

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An AWS collects weather information using:

(A) Sensors
(B) Paint markings
(C) Satellites only
(D) Maps only

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Sensors automatically record weather data.

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Question (10)

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Which field makes extensive use of Automated Weather Stations?

(A) Agriculture
(B) Aviation
(C) Navigation
(D) All of these

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

AWS data is useful in agriculture, aviation and navigation.

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What is a weather station?

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The main purpose of a weather station is to:

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Question (3)

Readings at a weather station are taken at regular intervals mainly to:

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Which of the following is NOT commonly measured at a weather station?

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An Automated Weather Station (AWS) is:

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Which weather element can an AWS measure?

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Question (7)

If a weather station records temperatures of 34°C and 22°C during a day, what is the temperature range?

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A weather station records a maximum temperature of 30°C and a minimum temperature of 18°C. What is the mean daily temperature?

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An AWS collects weather information using:

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Which field makes extensive use of Automated Weather Stations?

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