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when measuring a melting point for a solid compound, why is it important to slow the rate of heating when approaching the melting point of a substance?

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It is important to add heat slowly and steadily because when a substance undergoes a phase change, it absorbs much energy until it heats its melting. So, the heat must be provided steadily. Slow heating helps to determine a more accurate melting point range.

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