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1

A solution of water is at 0.006atm and 0.01 degrees Celsius. What phase(s) are present in the sample?

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Solid, liquid, and gas

Solid and liquid

Liquid and gas

Solid and gas

Liquid only

Explanation

The point detailed in the question is the triple point of water on the phase diagram. At the triple point all three phases of a chemical coexist; as such the correct answer is solid, liquid, and gas.

2

What is the definition of the triple point?

The state where solid, liquid, and gas coexist in equilibrium

The state where liquid and gas cannot be differentiated

The condensation line of the phase diagram

The point in which temperature change has no effect on the substance

None of these

Explanation

Definition of triple point: where solid, liquid, and gas exist in equilibrium

3

What is represented by point D

Critical point

Triple point

liquid phase

evaporation

condensation

Explanation

the critical point is where the solid and gas cannot be distinguished

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