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Old 27th August 2004 | 12:27
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keithl
 
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Condensation

I've checked the Tech Log Philosophy page and this does have a (very) "tenuous connection with aviation". It's about condensation on my windows and I'm asking here because I expect to find experts on Saturation, Dew Point, and Atmosphere.

My (original, Victorian) sash windows have been showing a bit of condensation on recent mornings. I understand why (analogy of cold beer glass). What I don't understand is why that condensation appears at the bottom of each sash (sliding window section). I would have expected the whole glass area to be equally affected. Not gravity - the droplets have not moved.

I'm not looking for DIY solutions - just a technical explanation.
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