Based on the Phase Diagram of a Pure Substance Given

question 13

Multiple Choice

Based on the phase diagram of a pure substance given below, what change of state occurs as the substance changes from point C to point D?

• A) The substance increases in temperature with a phase change from solid to liquid.
• B) The substance increases in temperature with a phase change from solid to vapor.
• C) The substance increases in temperature with a phase change from liquid to vapor.
• D) The substance increases in temperature but does not undergo a phase change.
• E) The substance increases in temperature and becomes a supercritical fluid.

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