Is Your Steam Saturated or Superheated?

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To determine if steam is saturated or superheated, refer to the phase diagram of water, which requires knowledge of temperature and pressure. When boiling water, steam can appear clear (dry) near the spout and become visible (wet) as it cools and condenses. Dry steam is hazardous due to its latent heat of vaporization, which can cause severe burns upon contact with skin. To test steam, cool it slightly and observe for condensation; if condensation occurs, the steam is saturated. Understanding these properties is crucial for safety and effective steam usage.
zorroz
hi guys can you tell,

how to know if steam is saturated or superheated?
 
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Look up the phase diagram of water. You need to know the temperature and pressure..

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When you boil a kettle the water vapour coming out can be clear (eg dry) near the spout then as it moves away it cools and condenses to visible (wet) steam. Dry steam is very dangerous because it contains the latent heat of vapourisation. When it condenses on skin it delivers a lot of energy.
 
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zorroz said:
hi guys can you tell,

how to know if steam is saturated or superheated?
Cool it a little, and see if you get any condensation.
 
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