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A unique property of water is that its solid form, ice, does not sink as may be expected, but floats.
Question 1:
A unique property of water is that its solid form, ice, does not sink as may be expected, but floats. What is the reason for this phenomenon?
A.
The specific resistance of water to solids
B.
Temperature differences between the solid and liquid forms
C.
Lower volume of ice compared to liquid water
D.
Lower density of ice compared to liquid water
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