When discussing the water vapor in the air, meteorologists prefer to use absolute humidity rather than mixing ratio.

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Meteorologists often prefer using the mixing ratio because it is not affected by changes in temperature or pressure, unlike absolute humidity, which can change with the volume of air. The mixing ratio provides a more consistent measure of water vapor content in the air.

When Discussing the Water Vapor in the Air, Meteorologists Prefer