5.1.1. Dry Bulb Temperature

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does DBT stand for?

   Hint

   Consider the temperature you measure with a thermometer.

2. 2.

   How is DBT measured?

   Hint

   Think of a common device used in home temperature readings.

3. 3.

   What does DBT represent?

   • Wet Bulb Temperature
   • Actual Air Temperature
   • Saturated Vapor Pressure

   Hint

   Remember what you measure with a standard thermometer.

4. 4.

   True or False: DBT is affected by humidity.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how you measure temperature differently than humidity.

5. 5.

   You are designing an HVAC system for a pharmaceutical plant. Discuss how you would determine the ideal DBT and its effects on product integrity.

   Hint

   Look into industry standards for temperature control.

6. 6.

   Calculate the implications of having a DBT that is consistently 5°C above the recommended level in a textile factory. What might be the consequences?

   Hint

   Think about how humidity interacts with temperature in fabric production.