Why can relative humidity be high in cold air even with a small amount of water vapour?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Because cold air has low saturation capacity
At low temperature a small moisture amount can be close to saturation. Exam tip: understand the difference between capacity and amount.
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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?
At low temperature a small moisture amount can be close to saturation. Exam tip: understand the difference between capacity and amount.
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.