The boiling point of water occurs at:
A) 200°F.
B) 100°C.
C) 273 K.
D) 212°C.

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The boiling point of water is 100°C at standard atmospheric pressure. Option A is incorrect as 200°F is equivalent to 93.3°C, which is lower than the boiling point of water. Option C is incorrect as 273 K is equivalent to 0°C, which is the freezing point of water. Option D is incorrect as 212°C is equivalent to the boiling point of water at a pressure higher than standard atmospheric pressure.

The Boiling Point of Water Occurs At