Stevenson Screens
Quiz by Matthew Corke
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- Q1Fewer objects surrounding the anemometer, more accurate readings, above trees and buildings, not damaged by peopleWhy is it better to place an anemometer on the roof?30s
- Q2It is whiteHow does the stevenson screen reflect the sun's rays?30s
- Q3There are air vents on the stevenson screen to allow air to flow inHow does the stevenson screen allow free flow of air?30s
- Q4It is elevated off the groundHow does the stevenson screen ensure the thermometers inside it measure the temperature of the air not the ground?30s
- Q5A place without many objects or plants as they may cause inaccurate resultsWhere should a Stevenson Screen be located?30s
- Q6It reflects more of the sun's energy than concrete which absorbs and then radiates heat from the ground. Because of this, the temperature reading is not influenced by the groundWhy should the ground below be grass?30s
- Q7Select the weather instruments that are kept inside the Stevenson ScreenThermometersRain guageBarometerAnemometer30s