hygroscope

A scientific instrument that indicates changes in the relative humidity of the air.

• 🇪🇸Instrumento científico que indica o muestra los cambios en la humedad relativa del aire.

1. Humidity indicator C2 formal scientific

   An instrument that shows changes in the relative humidity of the atmosphere, often by using a material that absorbs moisture.

   • The hygroscope indicated a sharp increase in humidity before the storm.
   • Early sailors used a simple hygroscope to predict weather changes.
   • The museum's hygroscope helps maintain optimal conditions for preserving artifacts.

   🇪🇸higroscopio (indicador de humedad)

   Sinónimos: hygrometer

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