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In cold countries, ethylene glycol is ad...

In cold countries, ethylene glycol is added to water in the radiators of cars during winters. It results in:

A

bring down the specific heat of water

B

Lower the visosity

C

Reduce the viscosity

D

make water a better lubricant

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A
Ethylene glycol is added to lower down the freezing point of water so that it does not freeze.
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