Ice Has a Lower Density Than Water Because Ice

question 24

Multiple Choice

Ice has a lower density than water because ice

• A)sinks.
• B)molecules are more compact in the solid state.
• C)molecules vibrate at lower rates than water molecules.
• D)is made of open-structured,hexagonal crystals.
• E)density decreases with decreasing temperature.

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Definitions:

Units-Of-Production

A depreciation method that allocates an asset's cost based on its usage, output, or production, rather than the passage of time.

Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System

A method of depreciation applied in the United States that allows for the accelerated write-off of property under the tax code.

Periodic Depreciation Expense

The allocated portion of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, recognized as an expense in a specific accounting period.

Double Declining-Balance Method

A method of accelerated depreciation where an asset's value is reduced at double the rate of its straight-line depreciation.