Select the correct statement
A
On heating continuously a substance changes from solid to gas via liquid phase only
B
Change of phase occurs at variable temperature
C
Water can exist in all 3 phases
D
Boiling point increases with increase in pressure
Correct Answer: Water can exist in all 3 phases
Water can exist in all 3 phases that are in thermal equilibrium with each other. It is referred to as the triple point of water. When a substance is heated it may change directly from solid to gas. This is called sublimation. Boiling point increases with decrease in pressure. Change of phase occurs at constant pressure.