Can Water Be Subcooled?

The term subcooling (also called undercooling) refers to a liquid existing at a temperature below its normal boiling point. For example, water boils at 373 K; at room temperature (293 K) the water is termed "subcooled".

How do you know if a liquid is subcooled?

If a water exists as a liquid at the saturation temperature and pressure with quality of x = 0, it is called a saturated liquid state (single-phase). If the temperature of the liquid is lower than the saturation temperature for the existing pressure, it is called either a subcooled liquid or a compressed liquid.

What is the difference between subcooled and saturated liquid?

Compressed liquid (subcooled liquid): A substance that it is not about to vaporize. Saturated liquid: A liquid that is about to vaporize. ... At 1 atm pressure, the temperature remains constant at 100°C until the last drop of liquid is vaporized (saturated vapor).