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    Jan 3, 2009, 03:51 AM
    Steam vs boiling watrer
    Why does steam at 100 degrees Celsius burn more than steam at same temperature?
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    Jan 3, 2009, 04:46 AM

    The Enthalpy of the system is greater. Steam and Vapor Enthalpy
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    Jan 3, 2009, 06:42 AM

    Further to what KeepItSimpleStupid said, because of latent heat of evaporation, steam has more energy per mole.
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