
Conceptual Physical Science (6th Edition)
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Author: Paul G. Hewitt, John A. Suchocki, Leslie A. Hewitt
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 7, Problem 86E
Alcohol evaporates more rapidly than water at the same temperature. Which produces more cooling; alcohol or the same amount of water on your skin?
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