Fig. 7 shows a rain gauge. [Figure 7]
- (a)Use labelled arrows on Fig. 7 to locate the following: • funnel, • collecting cylinder, • measuring cylinder, • outer casing.[2]
- (b)In the space below, sketch the type of graph that could be used to display data collected at different times using the rain gauge. Label the axes.[3]
- (c)Fig. 8 is a map showing the area where this type of rain gauge is to be located. S1, S2 and S3 have been identified as possible sites. [Figure 8]
- (c)(i)On Fig. 8, circle the best site for the rain gauge.[1]
- (c)(ii)Suggest why the rain gauge may record inaccurate measurements at each of the other two sites.[2]
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Mark scheme
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- [2] (a) 4 correct = 2 OR 2 or 3 correct = 1
- [3] (b) Bar chart indicated OR Axis indicating rainfall OR Axis indicating time
- [1] (c)(i) S3 circled
- [2] (c)(ii) Obstruction/sheltered OR Splash OR Dripping
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