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Why does ice float in water ?

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  • A lump of ice floats in water as shown in the figure . Which of the following statements is correct ?

    A
    The lump of ice floats because the area of its lower surface is larger than the area of its upper surface .
    B
    The pressure difference between the lower and the upper surfaces of the lump of ice gives rise to an upthrust equal to its weight .
    C
    The ice has a greater density than water .
    D
    The mass of water displaced by ice is equal to the upthrust .

  • Ice floats on water because

    A
    its density is less than that of water
    B
    crystal structure of ice has empty space
    C
    Both (a) and (b)
    D
    None of the above

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