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When a solid melts there is...

When a solid melts there is

A

an increase in enthalpy

B

a decrease in enthalpy

C

no change in enthalpy

D

a decrease in internal energy.

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A
It is an endothermic reaction and heat is absorbed. Thus, enthalpy increases.
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