If very cold but very dry air blows over a field what will be the biggest limitation for frost formation?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Availability of water vapour
Despite cold conditions deposition of ice crystals is limited when moisture is low. Exam tip: do not always treat dry cold air as frost producing.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Availability of water vapour
Why is this the correct answer?
Despite cold conditions deposition of ice crystals is limited when moisture is low. Exam tip: do not always treat dry cold air as frost producing.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Geography question. Chapter: Water in the Atmosphere. Topic: Forms of condensation: dew, frost, fog, and mist.