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PhysicsHeat & ThermoThermal ExpansionMedium2 minQB
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A deep lake is cooled from the surface in winter and ice has just begun to form on top. The temperatures at the top and near the bottom are respectively:

Options:

Answer:
B
Solution:

Water is densest at 4°C, so 4°C water sinks to the bottom while colder, lighter water stays on top and freezes. Answer (B).

Subject:PhysicsTopic:Heat & ThermoSubtopic:Thermal Expansion
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