MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #4280

The boiling point of a liquid is the temperature at which its vapor pressure

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #4280

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The boiling point of a liquid is the temperature at which its vapor pressure

    • A) equals the atmospheric pressure
    • B) is less than the atmospheric pressure
    • C) is greater than the atmospheric pressure
    • D) equals the critical pressure

    Answer: equals the atmospheric pressure

    Explanation: Boiling occurs when vapor pressure equals atmospheric pressure; option A is correct.