When left in a freezer, a bottle full of water cracks on freezing into ice because of the
A
increase in the volume of water
B
contraction of the bottle
C
expansion of the bottle
D
decrease in the volume of water
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
When water freezes to ice, it undergoes anomalous expansion. Water's volume actually increases by approximately 9% as it turns into ice.
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