Wetbulb globe thermometer Flashcards
1
Q
What is the globe on a wet bulb globe thermometer?
A
Constant exposed surface area measuring radiation
2
Q
What is the dry bulb on the wet bulb globe thermometer?
A
Shielded from moisture or radiation measuring normal temperature
3
Q
What is the wet bulb on a wet bulb thermometer?
A
Thermometer is constantly moist - measures evaporative heat exchange
4
Q
The main disadvantage of Wet bulb globe thermometer?
A
Takes 20 minutes to get equilibrium
5
Q
What does the wet globe bulb thermometer do?
A
Measures radiative and evaporative heat change
