Water in an open container boils at a lower temperature when heated at the top of a mountain than at sea-level because at the top of a mountain
A
pressure is increased
B
pressure is reduced
C
the rays of the sun add more heat to the water
D
the saturation vapour pressure of water is higher than at sea-level
E
the temperature is lower than at sea-level
Verified Correct Answer: B.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option B.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #42947)