Which of the following is a unique property of water compared to other liquids?

CHEMISTRY
JAMB 2023

Which of the following is a unique property of water compared to other liquids?

  • A. It is a poor solvent
  • B. It does not evaporate
  • C. It expands when freezing
  • D. It has a low heat capacity

Correct Answer: C. It expands when freezing

Explanation

One unique property of water is that it expands when it freezes. Most substances contract and become denser when they freeze, but water expands and becomes less dense. This is why ice floats on water.



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