What does sat. stands for in thermodynamic?

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The term "Sat." in the temperature column refers to "saturation temperature," which is a critical concept in thermodynamics. This designation indicates the temperature at which a substance changes phase, specifically from liquid to vapor. The discussion clarifies that the saturation temperature is represented in parentheses, providing essential data for thermodynamic calculations.

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The saturation temperature is given in the parentheses. then what is Sat. on the Temperature column?
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It appears to be telling you that row is data for the saturation temperature.
 
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haha I just realized it...I thought that row is parallel with -20...
 

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