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EPISODE · Apr 13, 2025 · 4 MIN

S01E04 - If the humidity gets to 100%, will I drown?

from Everyday Science Questions Answered · host Alessio Guarino

Is it possible to drown in 100% humidity? Join us as we delve into the science behind those hot, sticky days when the air feels thick with moisture. We'll explore what 100% relative humidity truly signifies, revealing that it indicates the air is saturated with water vapour at a given temperature, not that the air is full of liquid water. Understand the crucial difference between water vapour, a gas, and liquid water. Tune in to bust the myth and gain a clear understanding of what really happens when the humidity hits 100%.The book

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