
Chemistry
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Chapter 20, Problem 7Q
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation: The reason of the fact that, water in solid form is less dense than liquid form is to be stated.
Concept introduction: Normally, density of solid substance is higher than the liquid because the structure of solid substance is more compact as compared to liquid substance.
To explain: The reason of the fact that, water in solid form is less dense than the liquid form.
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