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Formative Assessment 2: Relative Humidity and Dewpoint

Instructions

Answer each question in 2-3 complete sentences. Consider each question carefully and be sure to provide a complete answer.

Questions

  1. For an air mass at 25 ° C, and with a water content of 10 g/m3, find the relative humidity and report it. Also report the dewpoint.
  2. If that air mass is heated to 35 ° C, what would the relative humidity be?
  3. Imagine that it is 22 ° C outside, and currently foggy and drizzling. How much H2O vapor is in the air (report your answer in g/m3)?
  4. Report your current location, and the relative humidity and temperature there. Also report the dewpoint.
  5. Look at the weather forecast. What is the low temperature forecast for the next 24 hours? Do you think it will rain or snow? Why?

Worksheet

Download the worksheet (Microsoft Word 2007 (.docx) 60kB Mar28 17) to be used when submitting your assessment.

Submitting your Answers

Bring your written answers to class. If they are hand-written, be sure your writing is legible. If your handwriting is not clear, please type and print your answers.

Scoring and Rubric

Each answer will earn a maximum of 5 points, as described in the rubric below.

Rubric of the Formative Assessment 2
Work ShownPossible Points
Answer reflects careful consideration of the question2
Answer is appropriate in length1
Answer is legible1
Answer given in complete sentences, correct spelling and grammar1

These materials are part of a collection of classroom-tested modules and courses developed by InTeGrate. The materials engage students in understanding the earth system as it intertwines with key societal issues. The collection is freely available and ready to be adapted by undergraduate educators across a range of courses including: general education or majors courses in Earth-focused disciplines such as geoscience or environmental science, social science, engineering, and other sciences, as well as courses for interdisciplinary programs.
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