The vapor pressure of a substance __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — increases with the temperature
Vapor pressure is directly proportional to temperature. As the temperature of a liquid cargo increases, the kinetic energy of its molecules rises, causing more liquid to transition into the vapor phase. This increases the pressure exerted by the vapor within a closed tank or container.
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