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Heat was supplied to a block of ice at 0oC until half of it melted….

Heat was supplied to a block of ice at 0oC until half of it melted. Which of the following statements is true?
  • A.
    the temperature rises and the ice expand
  • B.
    the temperature remains constant and the volume of the ice decreases
  • C.
    the ice gives out heat as it melts and the temperature decreases
  • D.
    the mass remains constant and the temperature increases
  • E.
    the temperature decreases because some heat is lost
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation