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You can determine wind direction by wetting your finger

Conceptual Physics | 12th Edition | ISBN: 9780321909107 | Authors: Paul G. Hewitt ISBN: 9780321909107 29

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Problem 2E

You can determine wind direction by wetting your finger and holding it up in the air. Explain.

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Solution 2E Step 1 : Yes, by holding up wet finger in the air , the direction of the wind can determined This can be determined by the side of the finger, the cooler side of the finger is the direction at which wind is blowing

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Textbook: Conceptual Physics
Edition: 12
Author: Paul G. Hewitt
ISBN: 9780321909107

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