Question

Condensation is caused by which of the following?

• A. An increase in temperature
• B. A decrease in salinity
• C. A decrease in temperature
• D. An increase in salinity

Answer 1

The correct option is C A decrease in temperature

Condensation is said to occur when warm, moisturized air comes into contact with a colder surface.

The air temperature in contact with the colder surface suddenly falls, reducing the holding amount of moisture.

This results in the formation of moisture, or, in other words, condensation, occurring on the cold surface.

Hence the correct option is C.