What is the physical state of water at $250^{\circ }\text{C}$ under standard atmospheric pressure?

Step-by-step solution

1. Recall that the boiling point of pure water at standard atmospheric pressure is $100^{\circ }\text{C}$.
2. Compare the given temperature, $250^{\circ }\text{C}$, with the boiling point $100^{\circ }\text{C}$.
3. Since $250^{\circ }\text{C}$ is well above $100^{\circ }\text{C}$, water completely transforms into steam (gaseous state).

Concept tested: States of Matter and Effect of Temperature

Published 20 August 2026 · How this solution was prepared and checked