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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding and Intermolecular Forces Objective Question

Question

What is condensation?
Options
A Change from gaseous form to liquid form
Correct Answer
B Solid to liquid change
C Liquid to gas change
D Solid to gas change
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Condensation is the change in the physical state of matter from the gaseous form into the liquid form. This occurs when the temperature of the gas is lowered to the point where its particles lose enough kinetic energy to form bonds and transition into a liquid.

Hint

The notes define this as the reverse of vaporization.

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