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The two graphs below show the density of freshwater (in red) and the density of

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Question

The two graphs below show the density of freshwater (in red) and the density of seawater (in blue) vs temperature. Look at the graphs then select the TRUE statement below.

Freshwater is most dense at 4 oC but the density of seawater continues to increase until it reaches its freezing point.

Freshwater and seawater freeze at the same temperature (0 oC).

Seawater is less dense than freshwater at all temperatures.

Ice is more dense than both seawater and freshwater.

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Explanation / Answer

Answer:

a. Freshwater is most dense at 4 oC but the density of seawater continues to increase until it reaches its freezing point.

Explanation: Freshwater freezes at 320 F and sea water freezes at 28.40 F. Both has different freezing points. Sea water has more density than fresh water. Ice has less density than sea water and fresh water.