Define the terms-1) sublimation ii) evaporation

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i) Sublimation: It is the process in which solid gets converted into vapour without formation of liquid and on cooling; the vapours get converted into solids. 

ii) Evaporation: Evaporation may be defined as free escape of vapours from the surface of the liquid below its boiling point.

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