Asked by Daryn Odell on May 21, 2024
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According to a phase graph such as that in Worked Example 9, what happens to the temperature of water from the time the first drop of liquid forms from ice to the time the last bit of ice melts?
A) It continues to rise slowly.
B) It stays the same.
C) It actually decreases slowly.
D) There is not enough information on the graph to tell.
Phase Graph
A graphical representation showing the various phases (solid, liquid, gas) of a substance as a function of temperature and pressure.
- Comprehend the process of phase changes and their associated heat requirements.
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Sunny PastagiaMay 26, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
During the phase change from ice to water, the temperature remains constant as the energy is used to break the molecular bonds rather than increase the temperature.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the process of phase changes and their associated heat requirements.