If air at sea level with a temperature of 27°C is forced up a mountain slope and the air's dew point at the condensation level is 14°C, at what elevation will condensation begin?
A) 2600 meters
B) 1300 meters
C) 1400 meters
D) 2700 meters

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The dry adiabatic lapse rate is approximately 10°C per 1000 meters. The temperature difference between 27°C and the dew point of 14°C is 13°C. Therefore, condensation begins at 1300 meters.

If Air at Sea Level with a Temperature of 27°C