alleryStart learning →Which instrument, often with rotating cups, is used to measure wind speed?
AAnemometer
BBarometer
CHygrometer
DThermometer
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Anemometer
An anemometer with cups or propellers spins faster in stronger wind, so it gives wind speed.
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