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The melting point of mercury is −39°C. The freezing point of alcohol is −98°C. How much more is the melting point of mercury as compared to the freezing point of alcohol?

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Difference of freezing point of alcohol and melting point of mercury is
−39°C − (−98°C)
= −39°C + 98°C
=59 °C
Hence the melting point of mercury is 59 degree more than the freezing point of alcohol.

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