You can calculate evaporation for a lake using a class A pan by measuring the amount of water evaporated in the pan over a period of time, typically daily. This measurement is then converted to the equivalent evaporation rate for the lake surface area based on the pan coefficient. The pan coefficient is a factor used to scale the evaporation rate from the pan to estimate evaporation from the lake.
A Class A evaporation pan is a common tool used to measure evaporation. It is a shallow pan filled with water and placed outdoors to measure the rate of water loss due to evaporation over a period of time.
The conversion from class a pan evaporation to lake evaporation is done by a pan to lake coefficient. The coefficient various from region to region, but is generally from 0.6 to 0.8 and more specifically from 0.7 to 0.75. I would recommend using 0.7 as a ratio. Once you establish the ratio you simply take the class a pan evaporation value and multiply by the ratio. For example, if you have 50 inches of class a pan evaporation then you would use the ratio of 0.7 to estimate 35 inches (0.7*50) of lake evaporation.
This depends on the dimensions of the salt pan.
Evaporation
Salt is obtained after the evaporation of water.
Evaporation
evaporation, superficial tension
The formation of water droplets on the cover of a pan is due to condensation, where the water vapor in the air cools down and turns into liquid water. Additionally, the process of evaporation from the hot contents of the pan increases the humidity inside, contributing to the condensation on the cooler surface of the pan cover.
Measurements are taken in a still well to minimize wind effects and water surface disturbances which could affect accurate evaporation readings. The still well provides a more controlled environment for measurements and reduces the risk of errors in data collection.
Sodium chloride is obtained after the evaporation of water.
Increasing the temperature of the water can make it evaporate more quickly. Using a lid to cover the pan can also help trap heat and increase the rate of evaporation. Additionally, increasing air circulation around the pan can help speed up the evaporation process.