Definitions
- Referring to smoke or gas that is produced by burning or chemical reactions. - Talking about a strong, unpleasant odor that can cause irritation or harm. - Describing a state of anger, frustration, or annoyance.
- Referring to a gas or mist that is formed by evaporation or boiling. - Talking about a visible exhalation, such as steam or fog. - Describing a substance that is in a gaseous state at room temperature and pressure.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to gases or substances in a gaseous state.
- 2Both can be produced by chemical reactions or changes in temperature or pressure.
- 3Both can have harmful effects on health or the environment.
- 4Both can be visible or invisible depending on the conditions.
What is the difference?
- 1Source: Fumes are typically produced by burning or chemical reactions, while vapor is formed by evaporation or boiling.
- 2Visibility: Fumes are usually visible and can be seen as smoke or gas, while vapor can be visible or invisible depending on the conditions.
- 3Odor: Fumes often have a strong, unpleasant odor, while vapor may or may not have a noticeable smell.
- 4Temperature: Fumes are often hot due to their source, while vapor can be hot or cold depending on the conditions.
- 5Chemical composition: Fumes are often a mixture of gases and particles, while vapor is typically a single substance in a gaseous state.
Remember this!
Fume and vapor both refer to gases or substances in a gaseous state, but they differ in their source, visibility, odor, temperature, and chemical composition. Fumes are usually produced by burning or chemical reactions and have a strong, unpleasant odor, while vapor is formed by evaporation or boiling and may or may not have a noticeable smell.
