Question

Identify the factors affecting the rate at which evaporation takes place. (More than one correct answer)

• A. surface area
• B. wind speed
• C. boiling point of liquid
• D. mass of liquid

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

The correct options are
A surface area
B wind speed

The rate of evaporation means how fast will evaporation occur. Evaporation is a surface phenomenon. Evaporation increases with increase in :

• Surface area: As the surface area, of the vessel in which liquid is kept increases, evaporation of that liquid also increases.
• Wind speed: As the wind speed increases, rate of evaporation also increases.