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The melting points of most of the solid substances increase with an increase of pressure acting on them. However, ice melts at a temperature lower than its usual meiting point, when the pressure increases. This is because:

A

Ice is less denser than water

B

Pressure generates heat

C

The bonds break under pressure

D

Ice is not a true sold

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