If air temperature rises while the amount of water vapour remains the same, what will happen to relative humidity?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer: It will decrease because warm air has higher moisture-holding capacity
When temperature rises saturation capacity increases so relative humidity falls for the same vapour content. Exam tip: remember the inverse link between temperature and relative humidity.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
It will decrease because warm air has higher moisture-holding capacity
Why is this the correct answer?
When temperature rises saturation capacity increases so relative humidity falls for the same vapour content. Exam tip: remember the inverse link between temperature and relative humidity.
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.
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