Practice Properties Of Dry And Wet Air (1) - Psychrometrics and Air Conditioning Processes

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Question 1.
What two gases primarily compose dry air?
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Think about the main components of our atmosphere.
Question 2.
What does wet-bulb temperature measure?
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Remember, it’s always lower than the dry-bulb temperature.
3Question 3.
What is the primary component of dry air?
- Oxygen
- Nitrogen
- Carbon Dioxide
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Think about what makes up the majority of the atmosphere.
4Question 4.
True or False: Wet-bulb temperature can never exceed dry-bulb temperature.
- True
- False
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Consider the process of evaporation.
Question 5.
Using a psychrometric chart, explain how you would determine the required humidity level for a building intended for a library.
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Consider the balance needed for comfort versus moisture levels.
Question 6.
How would changes in ambient temperature impact the dew point and relative humidity levels in a climate-controlled space?
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Think about how warmer air behaves in relation to moisture retention.

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