An ice cube with large air bubbles in it floats in a brim-full container of water. When the ice cube melts,
A)water spills over.
B)no change in water level occurs.
C)water level in the container goes down.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The volume of the ice cube (including the air bubbles) is the same as the volume of the water it displaces when it floats. When the ice cube melts, it will turn into liquid and occupy the same volume as before. Therefore, there is no change in the water level.

An Ice Cube with Large Air Bubbles in It Floats