Six Phase Transitions Were Discussed in Chapter 1: Melting, Freezing

question 66

Essay

Six phase transitions were discussed in chapter 1: melting, freezing, vaporization, condensation, sublimation, and deposition.Given equal masses of water, which changes require energy to be added? Which transition releases the greatest amount of energy? Does it take more energy to melt or to vaporize water, and why?

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