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What is the dew point?
What is the dew point?
- The amount of moisture in the air at a given temperature (correct)
- The pressure at which air is holding the maximum amount of water vapour possible
- The maximum amount of water vapour possible at the existing temperature and pressure
- The temperature at which air reaches saturation
What happens when the temperature of air is lowered to its dew point?
What happens when the temperature of air is lowered to its dew point?
- Saturation of air is reached
- Air becomes dry
- Evaporation of water vapour begins
- Condensation of water vapour begins (correct)
What is the term commonly used to describe condensation that forms in a vessel's cargo spaces?
What is the term commonly used to describe condensation that forms in a vessel's cargo spaces?
- Sweat (correct)
- Moisture
- Humidity
- Dew
What can cause damage to and/or deterioration of the cargo?
What can cause damage to and/or deterioration of the cargo?
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What is the result of the vessel's improper ventilation of the cargo space?
What is the result of the vessel's improper ventilation of the cargo space?
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How can damage to the cargo be minimised or even avoided?
How can damage to the cargo be minimised or even avoided?
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What is the state of air when it is holding the maximum amount of water vapour possible at the existing temperature and pressure?
What is the state of air when it is holding the maximum amount of water vapour possible at the existing temperature and pressure?
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