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A Windsock is a tube made of cloth usually hung close to runways in airports. It is used to indicate wind direction and speed.
In addition to airports, windsocks are also used close to chemical plants, where there is risk of gas leaks. They are also sometimes used close to highways.
Wind direction is the opposite direction to which the windsock is pointing. Windspeed is indicated by the windsock's angle to the pole. When the winds are strong, the windsock flies horizontally.
It tells which way the wind is blowing. You will usually see them at Airports.
What else can I help you with?
Does the wind sock point to the oncoming wind?
Wind direction, and someone experienced can take a guess at wind speed.
Is a wind sock not used to measure wind?
A wind sock is used to show the direction of the wind.
Does a wind sock measure wind speed?
Wind socks measure the direction of the wind when the wind blows into the open end and the sock points the way the wind is blowing. Wind socks can also measure the strength of the wind. If a wind sock is flapping about gently the wind is only light. If a wind sock sticks out in a straight line the wind is much stronger.
What is a wind instrument that you can make at home?
A wind vane or a wind sock.
What do wind vane do?
velocity direction indicator like a wind sock
Who uses a wind sock?
To tell a) whether the wind is blowing or not -AND- b) which way the wind is blowing ~
Does the wind sock point to the oncoming wind?
Wind direction, and someone experienced can take a guess at wind speed.
Can you measure the wind with a wind sock?
The appearance of the wind sock gives a broad approximation to the wind speed, and a pretty good indication of the wind direction.
Is a wind sock not used to measure wind?
A wind sock is used to show the direction of the wind.
What measures wind directon?
A wind sock, or wind cone.
Does a wind sock measure wind speed?
Wind socks measure the direction of the wind when the wind blows into the open end and the sock points the way the wind is blowing. Wind socks can also measure the strength of the wind. If a wind sock is flapping about gently the wind is only light. If a wind sock sticks out in a straight line the wind is much stronger.
What is a wind instrument that you can make at home?
A wind vane or a wind sock.
What do wind vane do?
velocity direction indicator like a wind sock
How did the wind sock get its name?
The wind sock got its name from its resemblance to a sock, specifically a long, tapered tube that flares out at one end. Historically, it was used to indicate wind direction and strength, much like a sock would hold its shape while hanging. The term "sock" reflects its simple design and function, making it an effective tool for aviators and weather observers.
Suggest two ways of finding wind direction?
Use a wind sock or a wind vane.
What is an air sock?
An air sock is another name for a windsock, a conical open-ended tube designed to indicate wind direction and relative wind speed.
What is an argyle sock?
Its like an Argyle sweater with the pattern
