During the process of evaporation, some molecules escape from the liquid. Which molecules are able to escape, and how does this affect the average kinetic energy of the remaining liquid molecules?
Those with the highest kinetic energy; decreases
Those with the highest kinetic energy; increases
Those with the lowest kinetic energy; decreases
Those with the lowest kinetic energy; increases
313 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 2.2.3a Melting, boiling, condensation and solidification. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.