The temperature at which "vapour pressure of the liquid in an open vessel becomes equal to the atmospheric pressure" is called
- A. Melting point
- B. Boiling point ✓
- C. Liquid point
- D. None of the above
Correct Answer: B. Boiling point
Explanation
The boiling point of a liquid is defined as the temperature at which its vapour pressure equals the external atmospheric pressure.
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