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serike

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What is the temperature at which the vapor pressure of a liquid equals the pressure exerted on the liquid by the surrounding atmosphere?
 
  a. Boiling point
  b. Dew point
  c. Triple point
  d. Melting point

Question 2

Which of the following is/are good clinical example(s) of the principle of capillary action? 1. Capillary stick blood samples 2. Absorbent humidifier wicks 3. Certain surgical dressings
 
  a. 1, 2, and 3
  b. 1 and 2 only
  c. 2 and 3 only
  d. 2 only


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brittanywood

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The boiling point of a liquid is the temperature at which its vapor pressure equals atmospheric pressure.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Capillary action is the basis for blood samples obtained by use of a capillary tube. The absorbent wicks used in some gas humidifiers are also an application of this principle, as are certain types of surgical dressings.


serike

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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:D TYSM

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