Which mechanism is most commonly involved in cooling air to the dew point before condensation?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Air rising and expanding
Vertical uplift makes air expand and cool to the dew point. Exam tip: connect uplift cooling with cloud formation.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Air rising and expanding
Why is this the correct answer?
Vertical uplift makes air expand and cool to the dew point. Exam tip: connect uplift cooling with cloud formation.
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.