Standard Science Primary 4 Energy

A glass of ice water is left on a table in a room at 30°C. Which of the following happens?

A The ice loses coldness to the water.
B The room temperature drops to 0°C.
C The water gains heat from the surroundings.
D The water loses heat to the surroundings.
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Step 1: Compare temperatures: Room (30°C) vs. Ice Water (0°C). Step 2: Heat always travels from a warmer place to a cooler place. Step 3: The water gains heat, causing the ice to melt and the water temperature to rise.

Correct answer: The water gains heat from the surroundings.

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