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Why does temperature stay constant during a phase change?

O A. Because no energy is added during phase changes
O B. Because energy is being used to overcome intermolecular forces
C. Because energy is lost to cooling in the system
D. Because energy is being converted to kinetic energy

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Answer:

Because energy is being used to overcome intermolecular forces

Step-by-step explanation:

when a substance reaches its boiling or melting point, the temperature can only get so high before it the kinetic energy (temperature) starts breaking intermolecular forces

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