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Grade 12th PassThermal Physics

What is the value of triple point of water in terms of pressure and temperature?

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8 Years agoGrade 12th Pass
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Profile image of Arun
8 Years ago
The temperature and pressure at which a substance can exist in equilibrium in the liquid, solid, and gaseous states. The triple point of pure water is at 0.01°C (273.16K, 32.01°F) and 4.58 mm (611.2Pa) of mercury and is used to calibrate thermometers.
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8 Years ago
Triple point of water is at 0.01oC temperature and 611Pa pressure.
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