For the following questions refer to the temperature and dew point data in the following cities:
-Ignoring the contributions of wind, which of the following statements explains why a baseball can be expected to travel farther in warm, humid air?
A)Water vapour helps to lift the baseball even higher.
B)Water vapour is less dense than dry air.
C)Water vapour reduces the weight of the ball.
D)Water vapour sticks to baseballs.

Question

For the following questions refer to the temperature and dew point data in the following cities: 
-Ignoring the contributions of wind, which of the following statements explains why a baseball can be expected to travel farther in warm, humid air?
A)Water vapour helps to lift the baseball even higher. 
B)Water vapour is less dense than dry air. 
C)Water vapour reduces the weight of the ball. 
D)Water vapour sticks to baseballs.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Humid air is less dense than dry air because water vapour molecules are lighter than nitrogen and oxygen molecules. This reduced air density means there is less air resistance to the baseball's flight path, allowing it to travel farther.

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