* Melting Point: This is the temperature at which a solid substance transitions into a liquid state.
* Boiling Point: This is the temperature at which a liquid substance transitions into a gaseous state.
Think of it like this:
* Ice (solid) → Water (liquid): This is melting.
* Water (liquid) → Steam (gas): This is boiling.
Key Differences:
* Phase Change: Melting involves a solid to liquid change, while boiling involves a liquid to gas change.
* Temperature: The boiling point is generally higher than the melting point for a given substance.
Example:
Water has a melting point of 0°C (32°F) and a boiling point of 100°C (212°F).
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