Explain, in terms of molecular motion and intermolecular attractions, why the…

PHYSICS · Subjective · A Level · Physics · Further mechanics and thermal physics · Further mechanics and thermal physics

Problem

Explain, in terms of molecular motion and intermolecular attractions, why the condensation of water vapor on a cold surface releases heat to the surroundings.

Related theory

Molecular Nature of Matter
Molecular Theory
Latent Heat
Phase Change
Calorimetry and latent heat
Changes of state
Thermal Properties of Matter
Thermodynamics

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