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Humidity Sensors

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Humidity Sensors

Humidity sensors are also known as hygrometers. Humidity sensors measure the amount of water vapour in the air.

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Water vapour

  • Humidity sensors are used to compare the amount of water vapour in the air to the maximum amount it can hold at a specific temperature.
  • Humidity sensors are crucial in various applications including:
    • Weather monitoring.
    • Indoor climate control.
    • Agriculture.
    • Industrial processes.
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Applications

  • Examples of humidity sensor applications include:
    • Museums and art conservation.
    • Food storage.
    • Medical devices.
    • Automotive defogging.

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