MCQ Practice Single Best Answer Topic: Solid State MCQs

Q Which of the following substances is an exception to the rule that solid-state is denser than the liquid and gaseous states of the same substance?

Question ID
#11642
Subchapter
Solid State MCQs
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  • A Mercury
  • B Carbon dioxide (dry ice)
  • C Ice
  • D NaCl
Correct Answer: C

Explanation

Ice is the only substance that has a lower density as a solid than as a liquid. Its density is 0.92 g/cm3 as a solid and 1 g/cm3 as a liquid. Mercury has a density of 14.184 g/cm3 as a solid and 13.69 g/cm3 as a liquid. Carbon dioxide has a density of 1.56 g/cm3 as a solid and 1.10 g/cm3 as a liquid. NaCl has a density of 2.71 g/cm3 as a solid and 1.556 g/cm3 in molten state.

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