The transition of a substance directly from the solid to the gaseous phase without passing through the intermediate liquid phase is known as ___.

boiling

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melting

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sublimation

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freezing

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Solution

The correct option is C
sublimation

Sublimation is a process where a solid turns into a gas without going through a liquid stage. Solid carbon dioxide which is more commonly known as "dry ice" sublimates at room temperature.

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