Chemistry: A Molecular Approach (3rd Edition)

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Chapter 22 - Sections 22.1-22.9 - Exercises - Review Questions - Page 1069: 11

Answer

Solid carbon dioxide sublimes directly to the gas phase when heated, which is why solid $CO_{2}$ is called “dry ice.”

Work Step by Step

$CO_{2}$ has a triple point at $-56^{\circ}C$ and 5.1 atm. At atmospheric pressure, therefore, the liquid phase of $CO_{2}$ does not exist. Solid carbon dioxide sublimes directly to the gas phase when heated, which is why solid $CO_{2}$ is called “dry ice.”
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