Answer to Question #294551 in Molecular Physics | Thermodynamics for Lamba

Question

Way to minimize the evaporation in a Beaker of hot water

Answer 1

Answer

To minimize the evaporarion

the hot outer edge of the beaker will lose its heat to the surrounding air via thermal radiation. Therefore Cover the outer edge of the beaker with some heat insulating fabric.this type of phenomenon minimize the evaporation in a Beaker of hot water.