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The diagram shows an iceberg. Answer the questions relating to it.
How does the density of ice compare with the density of water?

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The density of ice is less than the density of water. The density of ice is $0.917 g c m^{- 3}$ and that of water is $1 g c m^{- 3}$ .

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