Why can wet bulb temperature be lower than dry bulb temperature?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Because evaporation on wet bulb takes heat
Evaporation of water from the wet bulb absorbs heat so its temperature can be lower. Humidity is found from this temperature difference.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Because evaporation on wet bulb takes heat
Why is this the correct answer?
Evaporation of water from the wet bulb absorbs heat so its temperature can be lower. Humidity is found from this temperature difference.
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.