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Which Way Does the Wind Blow?
Instructions
Using a wind vane and compass, go outside and make recordings of the wind direction at the same time each day for the AM and repeat for the PM. Record your observations in the chart and compare. Determine if there is a wind direction pattern.

DateTime AMWind DirectionTime PMWind Direction




































































































Conclusion

  1. Did the wind blow from the same direction each day?
  2. Did the wind always blow from the same directions in the AM? PM?
  3. Explain your answers and tell why you think they are correct.