Why can relative humidity near the surface be high during dew formation?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Surface cooling brings air close to saturation
Cool surface air can approach saturation with the same moisture. Exam tip: remember the link between surface cooling and high humidity.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Surface cooling brings air close to saturation
Why is this the correct answer?
Cool surface air can approach saturation with the same moisture. Exam tip: remember the link between surface cooling and high humidity.
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.