Why is a large open water surface helpful for evaporation?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Because more water molecules can escape from a larger surface
A larger surface gives more contact area for evaporation. Therefore a wide sea can evaporate more than a small pond.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Because more water molecules can escape from a larger surface
Why is this the correct answer?
A larger surface gives more contact area for evaporation. Therefore a wide sea can evaporate more than a small pond.
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.