Disappearance of snow in subzero weather exemplifies the process of_________________?

Correct answer: B. Sublimation

  • A. Evaporation
  • B. Sublimation
  • C. Vaporisation
  • D. Melting

Explanation

Sublimation is the direct conversion of a solid into vapour without passing through the liquid state. Snow can slowly sublime in subzero, dry air, whereas melting requires the temperature to reach the melting point.

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