In a blinding snowstorm in Vermont,the air temperature and dew-point temperature are both 30°F.Meanwhile,under clear skies in Arizona,the air temperature is 85°F and the dew point temperature is 38°F.From this information,you could conclude
A) there is more water vapor in the air in Arizona.
B) there is more water vapor in the Vermont snowstorm.
C) the same amount of water vapor is found in the air in Vermont and Arizona.
D) Vermont and Arizona are both located next to the ocean.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The dew point temperature in Arizona is 38°F, which means the air is holding less water vapor compared to the dew point temperature of 30°F in Vermont. This suggests that there is more water vapor in the air in Arizona than in Vermont, despite the much higher air temperature in Arizona.

In a Blinding Snowstorm in Vermont,the Air Temperature and Dew-Point