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Absolute and Relative Humidity

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What is the effect of increase in temperature on relative humidity?

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Increases

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Decreases

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Remains stable

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Falls below zero

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Solution

The correct option is B Decreases
When temperature increases, the amount of water vapour air can hold also increases. Therefore, relative humidity decreases.

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