Based on the Phase Diagram of a Pure Substance Given

question 12

Multiple Choice

Based on the phase diagram of a pure substance given below, what is the significance of the point labeled B?

• A) It is the normal melting point.
• B) It is the triple point.
• C) It is the critical point.
• D) It is the normal sublimation point.
• E) It is the normal boiling point.

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Definitions:

Suture

A type of joint between the bones of the skull where the bones are tightly bound by fibrous tissue, appearing primarily in the human skull.

Syndesmosis

A type of fibrous joint where bones are connected by ligaments, such as the distal tibiofibular joint in the ankle.

Symphysis

A symphysis is a type of cartilaginous joint where the bones are joined by fibrocartilage, such as the pubic symphysis in the pelvis.

Articular Cartilage

A type of smooth, white tissue that covers the ends of bones where they come together to form joints.