What is the term for the ratio of the actual water vapor in the air to the maximum amount it could hold at that temperature? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the term for the ratio of the actual water vapor in the air to the maximum amount it could hold at that temperature?
A. Absolute humidity
B. Mixing ratio
C. Specific humidity
D. Relative humidity
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Relative humidity is the ratio (expressed as a percentage) of the actual water vapor content to the saturation water vapor content at a given temperature. It indicates how close the air is to being saturated.

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