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Dry bulb temperature is the temperature of air recorded by a thermometer, when

A. It is not affected by the moisture present in the air

B. Its bulb is surrounded by a wet cloth exposed to the air

C. The moisture present in it begins to condense

D. None of the above

Answer: Option A

Solution (By Examveda Team)

The Dry Bulb Temperature refers basically to the ambient air temperature. It is called "Dry Bulb" because the air temperature is indicated by a thermometer not affected by the moisture of the air.

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