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Standard XII
Chemistry
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The melting p...
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The melting points of most of the solid substances increase with an increase of pressure acting on them. However, ice melts at a temperature lower than its usual melting point when the pressure is increased. This is because:

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Pressure generated heat
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The chemical bonds break under pressure
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Ice is less denser than water
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The correct option is C Ice is less denser than water
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