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  • What are Volatile Substances? Definition & Examples
    Substances that can be transformed to a gas at relatively low temperatures are termed volatile.

    Here's why:

    * Volatility refers to the tendency of a substance to vaporize or evaporate.

    * Low temperatures in this context usually refer to temperatures close to room temperature or even lower.

    Examples of volatile substances include:

    * Acetone

    * Ethanol

    * Gasoline

    * Perfume

    Note: The term "volatile" can also be used to describe substances that are chemically unstable and tend to react readily, but in the context of your question, it specifically refers to their ability to vaporize easily.

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