NEETChemistryStates of Matter
What does the horizontal portion of the isotherm at the critical point represent?
Options
- AThe melting point of carbon dioxide.
- BThe boiling point of carbon dioxide.
- CThe coexistence of gaseous and liquid carbon dioxide.
- DThe sublimation of carbon dioxide.
Correct answer
C. The coexistence of gaseous and liquid carbon dioxide.
Step-by-step solution
The horizontal portion of the isotherm at the critical point represents the coexistence of gaseous and liquid carbon dioxide.