University Physics with Modern Physics (14th Edition)

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Chapter 18 - Thermal Properties of Matter - Problems - Discussion Questions - Page 610: Q18.29

Answer

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Work Step by Step

If there were any liquid water present, it would have a positive vapor pressure. Without any atmospheric pressure, the water would boil, and any water molecules at the surface would have sufficient energy to escape. This would continue until the water disappeared.
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