If saturation vapour pressure increases while actual vapour pressure remains same what happens to relative humidity?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: It will decrease
Relative humidity depends on the ratio of actual vapour pressure to saturation vapour pressure. A larger denominator lowers relative humidity.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
It will decrease
Why is this the correct answer?
Relative humidity depends on the ratio of actual vapour pressure to saturation vapour pressure. A larger denominator lowers 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.