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    Question

    Vegetables cook faster when a pinch of salt is added

    while boiling. This demonstrates the concept of __________.
    A Boiling point of Water Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Boiling point elevation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Vapor Pressure and Boiling Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Atmospheric Pressure and Boiling Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Adding salt to water increases its boiling point, a phenomenon known as boiling point elevation. Sodium chloride dissociates into ions, altering the intermolecular forces and making it harder for water molecules to vaporize.

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