SSC Selection Post 2025 PYQ — Question 25

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level - 25th July 2025 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q25

Match the atmospheric phenomenon with its primary measurement instrument
1. Wind Speed
2. Humidity
3. Atmospheric Pressure

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

Correct Answer:

1-Anemometer, 2-Hygrometer, 3-Barometer

Explanation:

Different atmospheric elements are measured using specific instruments—

1. Wind Speed is measured using an Anemometer.

2. Humidity is measured using a Hygrometer.

3. Atmospheric Pressure is measured using a Barometer.

Key Points:

Anemometer → measures wind speed
Hygrometer → measures humidity
Barometer → measures atmospheric pressure

Additional Facts:

Anemometers are widely used in weather forecasting.
Humidity affects weather and climate conditions.
Barometers help predict weather changes like storms.

Important Questions:

Q1: Which instrument measures wind speed?
Ans: Anemometer

Q2: Which instrument measures humidity?
Ans: Hygrometer

Q3: Which instrument measures atmospheric pressure?
Ans: Barometer