The roof of a Stevenson screen is flat to allow for even ventilation and to minimize the collection of precipitation. A flat roof helps prevent water from pooling, which could affect the temperature readings inside the screen. Additionally, this design aids in maintaining a consistent airflow around the thermometers, ensuring accurate and reliable temperature measurements.
the roof is double layered with provition for ventilation of the space between the 2 layers
Ah, the Stevenson screen with its double roof is like a little house for our precious weather instruments. The double roof helps protect them from direct sunlight and rain, creating a more stable environment for accurate readings. It's like giving our instruments a cozy little hat to wear, keeping them safe and happy as they do their important work.
he invented the instrument
In the 1860s. I think. By Thomas Stevenson.
In the 1860s. I think. By Thomas Stevenson.
to prevent heat radiation and damage by people or animals
flat roofing is simply a flat roof structure, ie their is no slope in the roof, it is completely flat. For that reason it has to be super waterproof has rain will collect and stay on the roof.
In observataries,the thermometers are kept in a wooden box with good ventilation and air movement.This box is called stevenson's screen
Lol im guessing you had the same geography assignment as i have now...
A flat roof is a type of roof that is nearly horizontal to the building itself. A flat roof design is intended to allow water run-off by building the flat roof at a slight incline.
thermometer
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