Phase equilibrium between the gaseous and liquid states describes the situation when

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Phase equilibrium between the gaseous and liquid states occurs when the rate of evaporation equals the rate of condensation. As many molecules go from liquid to gas as from gas to liquid. This results in a stable balance between the two phases. Options A and B are incorrect as they describe unbalanced situations where one phase is losing molecules to the other phase. Option D is incorrect as boiling is a process where the liquid is rapidly turning into a gas and not in equilibrium. Option E is incorrect as one of the choices is correct.

Phase Equilibrium Between the Gaseous and Liquid States Describes the Situation