The instrument used to measure the humidity of air is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The instrument used to measure the humidity of air is
A. Anemometer
B. Hygrometer
C. Barometer
D. Hydrometer
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Hygrometer measures relative humidity. Wet and dry bulb, hair hygrometer. Hydrometer measures liquid density. Anemometer wind speed. Barometer pressure.

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