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  • Gas Condensation Explained: Understanding the Process
    It seems like there's a misunderstanding in the question. Both gases and vapors can condense. Here's why:

    * Gas: A gas is a substance in its gaseous state where the molecules are far apart and move freely.

    * Vapor: A vapor is a gaseous form of a substance that is normally a liquid or solid at room temperature.

    Condensation is the process where a gas or vapor changes into a liquid. This happens when:

    * The temperature decreases: As the temperature drops, the molecules slow down and lose energy, allowing them to come closer together.

    * The pressure increases: Higher pressure forces the molecules closer together, increasing the likelihood of them forming a liquid.

    Examples:

    * Water vapor in the air condenses into liquid water droplets on a cold surface.

    * Steam escaping from a boiling pot condenses into water droplets when it hits the cooler air.

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