Which Statement Is True About Phase Diagrams

question 75

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true about phase diagrams?

• A)Every phase diagram has only one triple point.
• B)The slope of the liquid-solid phase boundary line is typically negative.
• C)The triple point temperature is the lowest temperature where a liquid can exist.
• D)The critical temperature is lower than the triple point temperature.
• E)The critical temperature is lower than the normal boiling point.

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