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Phase Changes — Quiz

Question 10 • Chemistry

Which best describes the energy change that takes place during deposition?

Answer
A
Heat energy is maintained by the substance.
B
Heat energy is quickly absorbed by the substance.
C
Heat energy is released by the substance.
D
Heat energy is slowly gained by the substance.

Explanation

Deposition is the change from a gas directly into a solid. As the particles form a more orderly solid, they release heat energy to their surroundings, so the substance loses heat. Therefore, “Heat energy is released by the substance” is correct.

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