Which air is lighter?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the density or relative weight of different types of air, possibly inquiring about the differences between warm air and cold air, or between air with varying humidity levels.
Answer
Warm air is lighter than cold air.
Warm air is lighter than cold air.
Answer for screen readers
Warm air is lighter than cold air.
More Information
Warm air is lighter due to its lower density. When air is heated, its molecules move faster and spread apart, leading to decreased density and increased buoyancy compared to cooler air.
Tips
A common mistake is to assume that air's weight relies only on temperature, while pressure and humidity also play a role.
Sources
- Why is warm air lighter than cold air? - noaa.gov
- Hot air is lighter than cold air. Justify. - BYJU'S - byjus.com
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