Based Only on the Illustration Below It Could Be Predicted

Based only on the illustration below it could be predicted that ice floats on liquid water because

A) the crystal structure of ice is more regular than that seen in liquid water.
B) the distance between water molecules in ice is greater than in liquid water.
C) the cool temperature of ice reduces the extent of molecular motion relative to liquid water.
D) when ice forms the hydrogen bond in the water molecule becomes nonpolar; ice behaves like oil.

Correct Answer:

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Access For Free