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What is the process by which a substance transitions directly from a solid to a gas without passing through the liquid phase?
What is the process by which a substance transitions directly from a solid to a gas without passing through the liquid phase?
The process by which a substance transitions directly from a solid to a gas without passing through the liquid phase is called sublimation. Sublimation occurs when the vapor pressure of the solid exceeds atmospheric pressure at a certain temperature.