A Large Difference in Temperature Between a Wet Bulb and a Dry

question 134

Multiple Choice

A large difference in temperature between a wet bulb and a dry bulb on a sling psychrometer indicates which of the following?

• A)That the air is cooling by adiabatic expansion.
• B)That the relative humidity is high.
• C)That substantial evaporation is occurring from the wet bulb.
• D)That substantial condensation is occurring on the wick.

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Definitions:

Femoral

Pertaining to the femur or thigh, the longest and strongest bone in the human body.

Cervical Plexus

A network of nerves in the neck that supplies movement and sensation to the neck, shoulders, and upper chest.

Brachial Plexus

A network of nerves that originates in the neck region and supplies nerve energy to the shoulders, arm, forearm, hand, and fingers.

Phrenic

Pertaining to the phrenic nerve, which controls the diaphragm and plays an essential role in breathing.