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Question

Why does the phase change from liquid to gas require more energy than from solid to liquid?

Accepted Answer

Because molecules must be separated by greater distances

Answer

Because gases are denser than liquids

Answer

Because solids have more kinetic energy than gases

Answer

Because liquids have higher potential energy than gases