What is the critical point in a phase diagram?

Practice Questions

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What is the critical point in a phase diagram?
  1. The point where solid and liquid coexist
  2. The point where liquid and gas coexist
  3. The point beyond which gas cannot be liquefied
  4. The point of maximum pressure

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the critical point in a phase diagram?
  • Step 1: Understand that a phase diagram shows the states of matter (solid, liquid, gas) of a substance at different temperatures and pressures.
  • Step 2: Identify the critical point on the phase diagram, which is a specific point where the temperature and pressure are at a certain level.
  • Step 3: Recognize that at the critical point, the properties of the liquid and gas phases become the same.
  • Step 4: Realize that beyond the critical point, you cannot distinguish between the liquid and gas; they form a supercritical fluid.
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