Suppose that air in the human lungs has a temperature of 37°C, and the partial pressure of water vapor has a value of 5.5 x 103 Pa. What is the relative humidity in the lungs? Consult the vapor pressure curve for water that accompanies this problem. Express your answer as a percentage with no units.

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Suppose that air in the human lungs has a temperature of 37°C, and the partial pressure of water vapor has a value of 5.5 x 103 Pa. What is the relative humidity in the lungs? Consult the vapor pressure curve for water that accompanies this problem. Express your answer as a percentage with no units.

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