If the temperature of a sample of water at 4°C is slightly increased, its volume
A)increases.
B)decreases.
C)remains the same.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Water has its highest density at 4°C. When the temperature of water at 4°C is increased, it starts expanding and its volume increases. This is because the increase in temperature causes the water molecules to move faster and spread apart, thus increasing the volume of the water. Therefore, the correct choice is A) increases.

If the Temperature of a Sample of Water at 4°C