Which of the following properties of iceberg led to the sinking of the titanic ship?

Options

A. heavy water currents
B. relatively higher density of ice
C. 9/10 of iceberg submerged below sea water and 1/10 above the sea water
D. none of the above

Answer

C

Explanation

Icebergs weigh millions of tons but float on the surface of sea water because the density of ice is less than that of the sea water. Usually 9/10 of icebergs will be below the surface of water and 1/10 above the sea water as a result we cannot estimate the size below water, and hence, when ship hits this heavier ice berg the ship sinks.