Which of the following statements are NOT correct?
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- A Boiling occurs when the saturated vapour pressure of the liquid involved equals the external pressure
- B Both the boiling point and the saturated vapour pressure of a given liquid depends on the external pressure
- C The saturated vapour presssure rises with increase in temperature
- D The saturated vapour pressure is independent of the volume available for the vapour
- E It is possible to boil water at a lower temperature than 100oC at high altitude
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The saturated vapour pressure is dependent on the temperature of the liquid and not on the volume.
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