The discussion focuses on calculating the rate of evaporation and volume loss in salt water swimming pools, specifically for a pool with a surface area of 190 square feet and a depth of 4 feet. Key environmental factors include an average air temperature of 75°F, 12 hours of daylight, an average wind speed of 5 mph, and humidity at 65%. The water temperature is noted to be 80°F. These parameters are essential for determining evaporation rates using established formulas.
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CRjohn said:I am interested in understanding and being able to calulate the rate of evaporation and the volume lose over time of the salt water.
Surface area is 190 sf
Depth 4'
average air temp 75 deg. F
Daylight hours 12
Average wind speed 5 mph
Humidity 65%
berkeman said:Here is a page with some info to get you started:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evaporation
What is the water temperature over time during the day and night?