If air is saturated and water is available at the surface, why will evaporation still be very low?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Because the air is already holding maximum water vapour
Saturated air has almost no extra capacity to accept vapour. Exam tip: remember saturation as a limit on evaporation.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Because the air is already holding maximum water vapour
Why is this the correct answer?
Saturated air has almost no extra capacity to accept vapour. Exam tip: remember saturation as a limit on evaporation.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Geography question. Chapter: Water in the Atmosphere. Topic: Humidity, evaporation, and condensation.