Pressure Predictor

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is designed to teach students how to read and interpret a mercury barometer, an essential tool in meteorology. It features several barometer dials with varying needle positions, each indicating different atmospheric pressure levels. Students are tasked with noting the readings of both the set hand and the indicator needle for each dial, and then describing the corresponding pressure change. This worksheet uses a clear, visual format to help students understand the concept of atmospheric pressure and its measurement.

This worksheet aims to enhance students’ ability to accurately read and understand mercury barometers. By observing and recording the positions of the set hand and the indicator needle, students learn how to determine whether the atmospheric pressure is rising, falling, or remaining steady. Additionally, they are encouraged to think about how these changes can predict weather conditions, linking theoretical knowledge with practical weather forecasting skills. Overall, the worksheet helps students develop a foundational understanding of how atmospheric pressure impacts weather, preparing them for more advanced studies in earth sciences and meteorology.