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What is the process by which ice changes directly into vapor without becoming liquid?

• Sublimation

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Freezing

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Which of the following is the correct chemical formula for ice?

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What is the primary reason ice floats on water?

• Ice is less dense than water

• Ice is more dense than water

• Ice has a higher temperature than water

• Ice has a lower temperature than water

At what temperature does pure ice melt at standard atmospheric pressure?

• 0°C

• 32°C

• 100°C

• -273°C

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Which of the following best describes the structure of ice?

• Hexagonal lattice

• Cubic lattice

• Tetrahedral lattice

• Amorphous solid

What is the term for the amount of heat required to convert a unit mass of ice at 0°C to water at the same temperature?

• Latent heat of fusion

• Latent heat of vaporization

• Specific heat capacity

• Thermal conductivity

Which of the following experiments can demonstrate the expansion of water when it freezes?

• Freezing water in a sealed glass bottle

• Boiling water in an open pot

• Mixing water with salt

• Heating water in a microwave

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What is the effect of adding salt to ice in terms of its melting point?

• Lowers the melting point

• Raises the melting point

• No effect on melting point

• Turns ice into vapor

Which of the following is a real-world application of ice's ability to absorb heat?

• Using ice packs to reduce swelling

• Using ice to heat food

• Using ice to generate electricity

• Using ice to insulate homes

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What is the phenomenon called when ice forms on the surface of a lake, insulating the water below?

• Ice cover

• Thermal inversion

• Thermal expansion

• Thermal contraction

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