Question

An experiment was set up for determining the melting point of ice at the sea level. The melting point was recorded to be -2 degrees C instead of 0 degree C.
The reason for this discrepancy is:
a. water used was not pure.
b. the pressure of the air is more than 76 cm of mercury.
c. the pressure of the air is less than 76 cm of mercury.
d. the thermometer is faulty.

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:. the pressure of the air is more than 76 cm of mercury.