Yes, but it will evaporate at any temperature above the current dewpoint (IF it isn't submerged in the oil); the warmer it is the faster it goes.Aryana wrote:...(water boils at 212F, right?). ...
Moisture in the oil
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Re: Moisture in the oil
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Re: Moisture in the oil
Not at about 17,500 ft...Aryana wrote:Got it, that's why they recommend a min of 180F even though that's far below the boiling point. Thanks Miles.
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