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An instrument which measures the force and velocity of winds is called ______________.

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Barometer
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B
Anemometer
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Thermometer
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Hygrometer
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Solution

The correct option is B Anemometer
An anemometer is a device used for measuring wind speed and direction. It is also a common weather station instrument. The term is derived from the Greek word anemos, which means wind, and is used to describe any wind speed instrument used in meteorology.
The correct answer is B.

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