Conceptual Physics: The High School Physics Program
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Chapter 23, Problem 4A
What is condensation, and why is it also a warming process?
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To determine
To Explain: Condensation and that it is a warming process.
Explanation of Solution
Introduction: Condensation is a process to convert the vapors into liquid.
When heat is absorbed by the surface, the vapors get converted into liquid. As some heat from the surface is absorbed, this process is a warming process.
Conclusion:
The process of changing vapours phase into liquid phase is known as condensation. It is a warming process as the heat is taken by the surface.
Chapter 23 Solutions
Conceptual Physics: The High School Physics Program
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