In hydrothermal situations, superheating of water is possible because of the presence of ________.
A) joints
B) bedding planes
C) sodium bicarbonate
D) high pressure
E) lava

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Superheating of water occurs in hydrothermal situations due to the high pressure present. This high pressure prevents the water from boiling at its normal boiling point, allowing it to become superheated.

In Hydrothermal Situations, Superheating of Water Is Possible Because of the Presence