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Moist air (RH = 60%) at 80oF enters an Evaporative cooling unit as it enters a...

Moist air (RH = 60%) at 80oF enters an Evaporative cooling unit as it enters a greenhouse and leaves at 100% saturation.

How many pounds Water per pound of Air will be required?

Select one:

a. 0.0155 lbs H2O per lb Air

b. 0.002865 lbs H2O per lb Air

c. 0.028656 lbs H2O per lb Air

d. 0.01315 lbs H2O per lb Air

e. 0.002344 lbs H2O per lb Air

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