A Phase Equilibrium Boundary on Phase Equilibrium Diagram separating the single-phase vapour region and 2-phase liquid-vapour region on PT Diagram (see Fig. 1).
The slightest pressure drop or temperature increase results in liberation of the first bubble of vapour forming a 2-phase liquid-vapour system.
Fig. 1. Schematic PT Diagram with Vapour Liquid Equilibrium area and Cricondenbar Point. |
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