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What is a rain gauge? Describe its structure. [2 MARKS]

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Definition: 1 Mark
Structure: 1 Mark

Rainfall is measured by an instrument called the rain gauge.
It has a well-defined structure. It basically consists of a measuring cylinder with a funnel on the top to collect rainwater.

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