JAMB Chemistry 2001 Question 1

Question 1

Kinetic Theory and States of Matter

Use the graph below to answer questions 1 and 2.
If the gas is cooled, at what temperature will it start to condense?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.125°C
  2. B.150°C
  3. C.175°C
  4. D.250°C
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Answer: B (150°C)

Explanation

The flat part of the graph between 3 and 6 minutes is at 150°C: this is the boiling point, and a gas condenses at the same temperature at which the liquid boils.