Dew Formation and Evaporation

This lecture explores the phenomenon of dew formation and evaporation, discussing the physics behind the condensation of water droplets on different substrates, the role of wetting properties, and the thermodynamics of phase transition. It delves into the impact of dew on various fields such as meteorology, hydrology, botany, and agriculture, highlighting both the beneficial and detrimental aspects of dew. The lecture also touches upon the experimental observations of dew formation, the influence of substrate geometry and wetting conditions, and the differences in evaporation behavior between water and other liquids.