Question

2 what defines the boiling process in terms of particle energy? a particles gain enough energy to overcome atmospheric pressure b particles slowly solidify while still in liquid form c energy release forces particles to a solid state from liquid d particles lose energy and create bubbles within a liquid

Explanation:

Boiling occurs when particles gain sufficient energy. This energy allows them to overcome the forces (including atmospheric pressure in an open - container situation) holding them in the liquid state. When particles gain enough energy, they can escape from the liquid phase.

• Option B: Particles solidifying while in liquid form is not related to boiling. Boiling is a liquid - to - gas transition, not a liquid - to - solid transition.
• Option C: Energy release for a liquid - to - solid transition is freezing, not boiling. Boiling is an endothermic process (energy is absorbed).
• Option D: Particles losing energy is not characteristic of boiling. Boiling requires an input of energy (heating) for the phase change from liquid to gas.

Answer:

A. Particles gain enough energy to overcome atmospheric pressure