Which of the following statements about boiling and evaporation at atmospheric pressure is correct?

A. evaporation and boiling of water take place at 100^o
B. evaporation of water takes place at a temperature greater than 100^oC, while boiling takes place at 100^oC
C. evaporation of water takes place at 100^oC while boiling takes place at a higher temperature
D. boiling takes place at 100^o while evaporation my take place at temperatures lower than 100^oC  

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Correct Answer: D