noun
- the measurement of atmospheric humidity and temperature, especially the study of the thermodynamic properties of moist air
Usage: technical; meteorology
Examples
- The meteorologist used psychrometry to determine the relative humidity.
- Psychrometry is essential for understanding weather patterns.
- HVAC engineers rely on psychrometry to design climate control systems.
- The psychrometry chart shows the relationship between temperature and moisture content.
- Students in atmospheric science must learn the principles of psychrometry.
- Psychrometry helps predict when dew will form on surfaces.