During the time that latent heat is involved in a change of state:

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During a change of state, such as melting or vaporization, the temperature remains constant as energy is absorbed or released to break or form intermolecular bonds. This energy is called latent heat and it does not cause a change in molecular activity or expansion of the substance. Instead, it is converted into potential energy as the intermolecular bonds are broken or formed.

During the Time That Latent Heat Is Involved in a Change