Conceptual Physical Science (6th Edition)
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Chapter 25, Problem 50E
During a summer visit to Cancun, Mexico, you stay in an air-conditioned room. Getting ready to leave your room for the beach, you put on your sunglasses. The moment you step outside, your sunglasses fog up. Why?
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