Consider the characteristics of two parcels of air starting at T0. Which of the following statements is true regarding parcel of air 1 and parcel of air 2?

A. Parcel 2 has more water vapor than 1 and will need to cool more than 1 to reach saturation
B. Parcels 2 and 1 have the same amount of water vapor in order to reach saturation
C. Parcel 2 has less water vapor than 1 and will need to cool more than 1 to reach saturation
D. Parcel 2 is warmer than 1 and will need to cool more than 1 to reach saturation


Answer: C

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