Seismology
For long-term temperature records at a weather office, a digital or electronic thermometer with high accuracy and the ability to log data over time would be ideal. Additionally, a maximum-minimum thermometer, which records the highest and lowest temperatures over a specified period, can provide valuable insights. Liquid-in-glass thermometers, though less common now, can also be used for traditional measurements. It's essential to ensure all instruments are calibrated regularly for reliable data.
Global records are not available and only U.S. records can easily be found. Those records show 1,103 tornadoes for the U.S.
A sun recorder is a weather instrument that records the number of minutes or hours per day in which the sun's rays are present to the degree capable of burning through a paper recording strip, when magnified through a glass sphere.
Accuracy of records is crucial for making informed decisions, maintaining credibility, and ensuring legal compliance. Inaccurate records can lead to incorrect analysis, poor decision-making, and potential legal issues. Having accurate records also enhances transparency and accountability within an organization.
The temperature on Mars is not often recorded so it is hard to say what the coldest temperature is. However, scientists know that Mars can reach a daytime high of around 70 degrees but with no atmosphere to hold in heat, the temperature frequently drops to -225 degrees.
A maximum-minimum thermometer is commonly used to measure the highest and lowest temperatures of a day. It consists of two separate thermometers where one records the highest temperature reached and the other records the lowest temperature.
A max thermometer is a thermometer that records the highest temperature reached during a period of time, while a min thermometer records the lowest temperature. These thermometers are used to track temperature fluctuations over time and can be helpful for monitoring conditions in various settings, from weather forecasting to industrial processes.
A seismograph.
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The Seismograph.
Seismometer
A polygraph
Speedometer or pedometer.
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A pedometer
An apidictor is an instrument which measures and records the sounds in a beehive.
The instrument that detects, measures, and records the energy of earthquake vibrations is called a seismometer or seismograph.