Experiment of December 9, 2024:

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Experiment:

Question:

What does he observe when he waits and watches the ice cube melt?

A) The ice cube melts evenly in all directions and a layer of water forms around it. The ice cube and water continue to float on top of the oil.

B) Drops of water detach from the ice cube and sink to the bottom. The ice cube continues to rise and eventually protrudes a little from the oil.

C) Drops of water detach from the ice cube and sink to the bottom. The ice cube tilts back and forth or bobs up and down.

D) Drops of water detach from the ice cube and sink to the bottom. The ice cube continues to float motionless on top.

Advice of the day:

If you take an ice cube that is a little longer than it is wider, you can see the phenomenon best.