Practice mode Liquids

Why do water pipes sometimes burst in severe winter?

Correct answer D. Water expands when it freezes into ice

Explanation

Because of its open hydrogen-bonded structure, ice occupies about 9% more volume than the liquid water, and this expansion can crack pipes.

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