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Originally Posted by Civbert  I thought of that too, but I'm not sure how to describe that in a way a kid could understanding. And are the water molecules actually existing in three states, or constantly shifting between the three states? Or maybe they are in a state that is between those states. What are the properties of pure water under those circumstances? I used to know this but it's been a while. |
The molecules actually
coexist in all three states, and variation in temperature or pressure of the slightest degree will cause them all to freeze, melt, or evaporate.