Question

Madhu bought a jar of coconut oil. She used it regularly in summer. But, the oil did not come out of the jar in winter. What can be the reason for this?

• A. Freezing
• B. Melting
• C. Boiling
• D. Sublimation

Answer 1

The correct option is A Freezing

Coconut oil has a freezing point of ${24}^0\text{C}$. In winter season the room temperature sometimes dips below ${24}^0\text{C}$, so, the freezing (solidification) of coconut oil takes place. This prevents the oil to readily flow out of the jar.