Question 10
Change of State and VapoursWhen the vapour of a substance is in equilibrium with its own liquid, it is said to be
- A.gaseous
- B.unsaturated
- C.liquefied
- D.diffused
- E.saturated
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: E (saturated)
Explanation
A vapour in dynamic equilibrium with its liquid (as many molecules returning as leaving) is a saturated vapour.