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Chapter 9, Problem 27E

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Why does the boiling temperature of water decrease when the water is under reduced pressure, such as when it is at a higher altitude?

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Why does the boiling temperature of water decrease when the water is under reduced pressure, such as when it is at a higher altitude?

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Solution 27E Introduction: Water boils when atmospheric pressure is equal to the vapour pressure. Step 1: At higher altitudes, the pressure will be low. So, the water needs comparatively less heat to attain the r

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