Why can a small amount of vapour in cold air still give high relative humidity?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Because cold air has low saturation capacity
Cold air may be near saturation even with little vapour. Exam tip: understand high relative humidity in cold regions.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Because cold air has low saturation capacity
Why is this the correct answer?
Cold air may be near saturation even with little vapour. Exam tip: understand high relative humidity in cold regions.
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.