Standard Science Primary 4 Energy

When a thermometer is placed in a bowl of ice, the level of the liquid inside drops. This is because the liquid __________.

A gained heat and expanded
B lost heat and contracted
C lost heat and expanded
D gained heat and contracted
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Worked Solution

Step 1: Ice is colder than the thermometer. Step 2: Heat flows from the thermometer to the ice (lost heat). Step 3: Loss of heat causes the liquid to contract and take up less space, so the level drops.

Correct answer: lost heat and contracted

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