<p>On this day in 1695, a patent for a portable barometer was issued to a British inventor.  Such an invention was an important step towards our modern understanding of atmospheric pressure and weather systems.   Learn more in this podcast. Video of this podcast, including images of the portable instrument, is available on YouTube (search for 'The Daily Bolt'). </p>

On this day in 1695, a patent for a portable barometer was issued to a British inventor. Such an invention was an important step towards our modern understanding of atmospheric pressure and weather systems. Learn more in this podcast. Video of this podcast, including images of the portable instrument, is available on YouTube (search for 'The Daily Bolt').

<p>On this day in 1695, a patent for a portable barometer was issued to a British inventor. &nbsp;Such an invention was an important step towards our modern understanding of atmospheric pressure and weather systems. &nbsp; Learn more in this podcast. Video of this podcast, including images of the portable instrument, is available on YouTube (search for 'The Daily Bolt').&nbsp;</p>

Episode 158: This Day in Science August 2

Issues involving the weather, Earth's climate and weather and climate forecasting as well as K-12 and higher education (especially science education): No media hype to be found here.  Just scientific truth and commentary based on experience and practical knowledge.

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Issues involving the weather, Earth's climate and weather and climate forecasting as well as K-12 and higher education (especially science education): No media hype to be found here. Just scientific truth and commentary based on experience and practical knowledge.

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Episode 158: This Day in Science August 2

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