alleryStart learning →Snow and ice changing directly into water vapour, without melting first, is called what?
APercolation
BSublimation
CInfiltration
DCondensation
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Sublimation
Sublimation is the change of ice straight into vapour, skipping the liquid stage.
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