A block of ice at –10°C is slowly heated and converted to steam at 100°C. Which of the following curves represents the phenomenon qualitatively
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
Initially, on heating temperature rises from –10°C to 0°C. Then ice melts and temperature
does not rise. After the whole ice has melted, temperature begins to rise until it reaches 100°C. Then it becomes constant, as at the boiling point will not rise.
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