Water Boiling

A student collects temperature data and makes observations of a pot of water on the stove. He observes that the water is boiling after 10 minutes.The picture shows the pot of water at 0 minutes and 10 minutes.

The table shows the temperature of the water as it is heated over 10 minutes.

Time (Minutes) Temperature (°C)
0 20
2 36
4 52
6 68
8 84
10 100
Multiple Choice Question
Which table correctly shows the temperature and particle motion of the water at 0 minutes and 10 minutes?

A.

B.

C.

D.

1 answer

To determine the correct table that shows the temperature and particle motion of the water at 0 minutes and 10 minutes, we need to consider two key points:

  1. Temperature: At 0 minutes, the temperature of the water is 20°C. At 10 minutes, the water reaches its boiling point, which is 100°C.

  2. Particle Motion:

    • At 0 minutes, when the water is at 20°C, the particles are moving relatively slowly and are closer together, indicative of a liquid state.
    • At 10 minutes, when the water is boiling at 100°C, the particles are moving much more rapidly and are further apart compared to the slower motion at 20°C. The boiling point indicates that the water is transitioning to gas as it reaches that temperature.

Given these considerations, you would look for a table that reflects:

  • A temperature of 20°C at 0 minutes and a temperature of 100°C at 10 minutes.
  • A description of particle motion that indicates slower movement and closer proximity of particles at 20°C and faster movement and further apart positions of particles at 100°C.

Since I cannot see the tables you referenced (A, B, C, D), I suggest you look for a table that has those specific temperature readings and aligns with the descriptions of particle motion given above.