MCQ
Energy supplied to convert unit mass of substance from solid to liquid state at its melting point is called:
  • Latent heat of fusion
  • B
    Evaporation
  • C
    Solidification
  • D
    Latent heat of fission

Answer

Correct option: A.
Latent heat of fusion
The heat energy supplied per unit mass of a substance at its melting point to convert the state of the substance from solid to liquid is known as Latent heat of Fusion.

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