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

A

Ice is less denser than water

B

Pressure generates heat

C

The bonds break undr pressure

D

Ice is not a true solid

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A
This is due to cage like structure ice.
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