The temperature of a liquid is decreased. What happens to the vapor pressure of the liquid as a result?
A)it increases
B)it decreases
C)it is not changed
D)varies over time

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When the temperature of a liquid decreases, the kinetic energy of its molecules decreases, leading to a decrease in the rate at which molecules escape from the liquid surface into the vapor phase. This results in a decrease in vapor pressure.

The Temperature of a Liquid Is Decreased