The melting point of most of the solid substances increases with an increase of pressure acting on them . However , ice melts at a temperature lower t
The melting point of most of the solid substances increases with an increase of pressure acting on them . However , ice melts at a temperature lower than its usual melting point when the pressure increases . This is because :
A. ice is lass denser than water
B. pressure generates heat
C. the bonds break under pressure
D. ice is not a true solid
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Correct Answer - A
`V_(ice) rarr V_(water)` and thus increase in pressure favours forward reaction.
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