Question

select the correct answer. when james sprayed liquid deodorant under his arm, the spot felt cold. which sentence best explains why? a. the deodorant evaporates as it absorbs thermal energy from jamess skin. b. the deodorant condenses as it absorbs thermal energy from jamess skin. c. the deodorant evaporates as it transfers thermal energy to jamess skin. d. the deodorant evaporates as it absorbs temperature from jamess skin. e. the deodorant is a liquid that freezes at room temperature and pressure.

Explanation:

When liquid deodorant is sprayed, it evaporates (liquid to gas). Evaporation is endothermic, absorbing thermal energy from James's skin. Loss of skin thermal energy causes the cold sensation. Other options are incorrect: B involves condensation (releases heat), C transfers energy to skin (would warm), D "absorbs temperature" is inaccurate (temperature is a measure, not absorbed), E freezing is not the process here.

Answer:

A. The deodorant evaporates as it absorbs thermal energy from James's skin.