Water vapor
Definition
Water vapor refers to the gaseous form of water in the atmosphere. It is created through evaporation from bodies of water and plays a crucial role in the Earth's weather patterns.
Related terms
Condensation: The process by which water vapor cools and turns back into liquid form, forming clouds or dew.
Humidity: The amount of moisture present in the air, determined by the concentration of water vapor.
Precipitation: Any form of water that falls from the atmosphere to Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.
"Water vapor" appears in:
Subjects (1)
AP Chemistry
Additional resources (1)
AP Environmental Science - Unit 9 Overview: Global Change
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