Saturated air

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Description

Saturated air contains the maximum amount of water vapor that is possible for its present temperature and pressure. A slight decrease in temperature will cause precipitation.

Synonyms and Related Terms

gesättigtLuft (Deut.); saturé de vapeur d'eau air (Fr.); saturado ar (Port.)

Resources and Citations

  • ASTM, Standard Terminology Relating to Conditioning, Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Section 6, Paints, Related Coatings and Aromatics, ASTM, E41, 23-24, Sep-92

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