JAMB Physics 1997 Question 26

Question 26

Change of State and Vapours

The correct cooling curve for a molten substance such as naphthalene is represented by

Diagram for this question
  1. A.Graph A
  2. B.Graph B
  3. C.Graph C
  4. D.Graph D
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Graph D)

Explanation

The liquid cools, then the temperature stays constant while it solidifies (latent heat is given out), then the solid cools. Graph D shows the flat part.