Can condensation form with still air?

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I'm considering some issues regarding condensation at work. If you have a cold surface surrounded by room temp air, does this air need to be in motion in order for condensation to occur?
 
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Condensation is if anything more likely to form in still air.
Think of a hair drier or hand drier.
 

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