What is the effect of pressure on the boiling point of water?

  • A
    Boiling point increases with an increase in pressure.
  • B
    Boiling point decreases with an increase in pressure.
  • C
    Boiling point remains constant with an increase in pressure.
  • D
    Boiling point becomes zero with an increase in pressure.

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