If the volume expansion coefficient for a liquid is negative,then
A)it will expand when its temperature increases.
B)it will expand when its temperature decreases.
C)its volume will remain constant when its temperature increases.
D)its volume will remain constant when its temperature decreases.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A negative volume expansion coefficient means that the liquid contracts when its temperature increases, and expands when its temperature decreases. Therefore, choice B is correct.

If the Volume Expansion Coefficient for a Liquid Is Negative,then