If you put a wet towel in the dryer, the dryer will attempt to dry the towel by removing the moisture from it. The process involves the following steps:
Tumbling and heating: The dryer drum will rotate, causing the wet towel to tumble. At the same time, the dryer's heating element will generate hot air to create a warm and dry environment inside the drum.
Evaporation: As the hot air circulates around the wet towel, it will cause the water on the towel's surface to evaporate. This is the primary mechanism by which the dryer removes moisture from the fabric.
Moisture removal: The moist air resulting from the towel's evaporation will be vented out of the dryer through the exhaust vent. This allows the dryer to maintain a continuous flow of hot, dry air, enhancing the drying process.
Condensation: The moist air that leaves the dryer might come into contact with cooler surfaces, such as the walls of the exhaust vent or the outside air. This can cause the moisture to condense back into water droplets, which should be safely carried away through the vent.
Drying completion: As the dryer continues to run, the towel will gradually become drier until most of the moisture is removed, leaving the towel dry and ready to use.
However, it's essential to avoid overloading the dryer with too many wet towels or other laundry items. Overloading can hinder proper airflow, resulting in extended drying times or incomplete drying. Additionally, always follow the care instructions on your towels' labels to prevent damage and ensure they are suitable for machine drying.
If you have particularly large or bulky towels, it might take longer for them to dry completely. In such cases, you can consider using a lower heat setting or adding dry, absorbent towels or dryer balls to help improve airflow and enhance drying efficiency.