The Instrument that measures and records the relative humidity of air is

(A) Hydrometer
(B) Hygrometer
(C) Lactometer
(D) Barometer

Correct Answer : Hygrometer
Question Asked : SSC CPO Sub-Inspector Exam 2003, SSC (10+2) Level Data Entry Operator & LCD Exam 2011
Explanation : A hygrometer is an instrument used for measuring the moisture content in the environment. It usually rely on measurements of some other quantity such as temperature, pressure, mass or a mechanical or electrical change in a substance as moisture is absorbed. Modem electronic devices use temperature of condensation, or changes in electrical capacitance or resistance to measure humidity changes.
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