Question

Class 7Social ScienceUnderstanding the Weather

(Match Column A with the correct option in Column B)

Column A

Column B

1. Anemometer

(a) Measures Humidity

2. Hygrometer

(b) Measures rainfall

3. Rain Gauge

(c) Measures wind speed

4. Barometer

(d) Measures air pressure

5. Thermometer

(e) Measures temperature

Verified Answer

Matched Pairs and Explanations:

1 → C: Anemometers measure wind speed with spinning cups.

2 → A: Hygrometers are used to check humidity levels in the air.

3 → B: Rain gauges collect and measure rainfall in millimeters.

4 → D: Barometers record atmospheric pressure to forecast storms.

5 → E: Thermometers are used for measuring air temperature.