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Describe the process of sublimation with examples.

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Sublimation is a form of phase transition or shift in a state of matter. The process of change of solid directly into vapours on heating is sublimation without ever going through a liquid phase. A common example of sublimation is the dry ice, heavy CO2.

Examples of Sublimation:

  1. Camphor: Camphor sublimates when heated, producing a fragrant vapor.
  2. Dry Ice (Solid Carbon Dioxide): At room temperature and normal pressure, dry ice sublimates directly into carbon dioxide gas.
  3. Iodine Crystals: When heated, iodine changes from solid purple crystals to a purple gas.
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Chapter 1: Matter - Short/Long Answer Questions [Page 17]

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Selina Concise Physics [English] Class 8 ICSE
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