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CHM 101 CHM 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Which of the following will sublime at room temperature and pressure?
Options
A Solid carbon dioxide
Correct Answer
B Ice
C Graphite
D Water
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Solid carbon dioxide (dry ice) sublimes directly to gas at room temperature and pressure. Ice melts, graphite has a very high sublimation point, and water is liquid at room temperature.

Hint

Sublimation = solid to gas without becoming liquid.

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