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A design that increases surface area and enhances evaporation by incorporating an absorbent ma-terial partially submerged in a water reservoir that is surrounded by a heating element best de-scribes what type of humidifier?
 
  a. Bubble
  b. Wick
  c. Cascade
  d. Hygroscopic

Question 2

To protect against obstructed or kinked tubing, simple bubble humidifiers incorporate which of the following?
 
  a. HEPA outlet filter
  b. Pressure relief valve
  c. Automatic hygrometer
  d. Electronic alarm system



Ahnyah

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Typically a wick is placed upright with the gravity-dependent end in a heated water reservoir.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Bubble humidifiers incorporate a simple pressure-relief valve or pop-off.



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