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What is the melting point of a substance?
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Topic
How bonding and structure are related to the properties of substances
Question
- A. The temperature at which a solid becomes a liquid
- B. The temperature at which a liquid becomes a solid
- C. The temperature at which a gas becomes a liquid
- D. The temperature at which a solid becomes a gas
Answer
The temperature at which a solid becomes a liquid
Explanation
The melting point is defined as the temperature at which a solid changes into a liquid.
Common mistake
Confusing Melting and Freezing
Students often confuse melting with freezing, thinking they are the same process.
Remember that melting is the process of a solid turning into a liquid at its melting point, while freezing is the process of a liquid turning into a solid.
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