Water boils at a lower temperature at high altitudes, because
A. the aur pressure is less
B. outside temperature is less
C. latent heat is less
D. None of the above
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Correct option (a) the air pressure is less
Explanation:
Water boils at a lower temperature at high altitudes. The boiling point of water is lower at higher altitudes due to the decreased atmospheric pressure. A liquid boils when its vapor pressure exceeds the local total pressure.