SSC Selection Post 2025 PYQ — Question 25

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level - 26th 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 different instruments.

Wind speed is measured using an anemometer.
Humidity is measured using a hygrometer.
Atmospheric pressure is measured using a barometer.

Key Points:

Anemometer → Wind speed measurement
Hygrometer → Humidity measurement
Barometer → Atmospheric pressure measurement

Additional Facts:

Anemometers are widely used in meteorology to measure wind speed
Hygrometers measure the moisture content in the air
Barometers help in weather forecasting by detecting pressure changes

Important Questions:

Q1: Which instrument measures wind speed?
Ans: Anemometer

Q2: What measures humidity?
Ans: Hygrometer

Q3: Which instrument measures atmospheric pressure?
Ans: Barometer