Which One of the Following Statements Is Not a Comparison

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements is not a comparison of physical properties?

• A) Potassium reacts with water more quickly than calcium reacts with water.
• B) The electrical conductivity of aluminum is greater than copper.
• C) The density of copper is less than the density of lead.
• D) The solubility of NaCl in hot water is greater than the solubility in cold water.
• E) The boiling point of water is greater than the boiling point of ethanol.

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