Because of the crystal structure of the ice, ice has lower density than liquid water. So the volume of the ice of same mass is greater than water. When melting, the volume will decrease.
If in the solution, half of the added solute fails to dissolve. The solution started out supersaturated. The correct option is b.
<h3>What is supersaturation?</h3>
Supersaturation is the condition where the solutes exceed the amount that can be dissolved in a solution.
Supersaturation occurs when the solute no longer mix in the solution.
Thus, the correct option is b. The solution started out supersaturated.
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Explanation:
Rats and mice are both rodents, so look similar - the biggest difference is their size. Rats are larger and heavier while mice have smaller slender bodies. Mice also have long slender tails (for their body size) covered in hair compared to rat tails which are shorter, thicker and hairless