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The highest dew point ever recorded was 95°F (35°C) in Saudi Arabia. At this level, people feel extremely uncomfortable because sweat can't evaporate to cool the body. Desert Dew Collectors In some desert areas, people collect dew for drinking water using special nets that catch moisture from fog. When dew point is reached, water condenses on the nets and drips into collection containers. Spacecraft Monitoring NASA carefully monitors dew point inside spacecraft. Too much moisture could damage electronics or cause mold, while too little could dry out astronauts' skin and respiratory systems. Animal Adaptations The Namib Desert beetle collects drinking water from fog by standing with its back to the wind. Its bumpy shell collects dew that trickles down to its mouth - an amazing adaptation to desert conditions! (责任编辑：) |