What happens when a storm comes?

Observing Pressure

Air Pressing on a Person How can you measure air? Can you see pure air? Can you feel it? Air pressure is the weight of air pressing on every part of your body, and everything around you, right now. Do you think you can use air pressure to predict a storm? Use the tools below to measure air pressure.

 

 

 

 

Barometer

In a hurricane, there is very low air pressure. How does pressure change during other storms? CLICK on the button to the left to make a barometer. Watch what happens to your barometer during a storm.

 

 

 

 

Imploding CanHow powerful is air pressure? If low pressure can make a hurricane, what else can it do? CLICK on the button to the left to conduct a pressure experimen

 

 

 


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