Practice mode Liquids

Which statement correctly distinguishes evaporation from boiling?

Correct answer C. Evaporation occurs at all temperatures from the surface; boiling occurs at a fixed temperature throughout the liquid

Explanation

Evaporation is a slow surface process at any temperature. Boiling happens at the temperature where vapour pressure equals external pressure and bubbles form throughout the liquid.

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