What is the effect of a high relative humidity in the data centre?

The correct answer is D. There is a risk of corrosion. High relative humidity in a data center can lead to corrosion of metal parts and electronic contacts, potentially causing failures. Electrostatic discharge is a risk with low humidity, not high.

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AThere is a risk of electrostatic discharge.
BIn a data centre environment relative humidity is not important, only temperature matters.
CThere is a risk of not properly functioning of the smoke detectors.
DThere is a risk of corrosion.

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A
4% (1)
C
8% (2)
D
88% (23)

Explanation

High relative humidity in a data center can lead to corrosion of metal parts and electronic contacts, potentially causing failures. Electrostatic discharge is a risk with low humidity, not high.

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#relative humidity#corrosion risk#environmental conditions#humidity control

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