Which one of the following has no sharp melting point?
Correct answer: C. Graphite
- A. Gemstone
- B. Calcium oxide
- C. Graphite
- D. Diamond
Explanation
When we talk about melting points, we're referring to the temperature at which a substance changes from a solid to a liquid. Most substances have a specific temperature at which this transition occurs, but graphite is a bit different. Instead of melting into a liquid, graphite undergoes sublimation. This means that it goes directly from a solid to a gas when heated, without passing through a liquid phase. So, graphite doesn't have a sharp melting point like other substances. It gradually turns into a gas as it is heated.
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