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Question
Why is ice at 273 K more effective in cooling than water at the same temperature?
Solution
- Ice at 273 K has less energy than water (although both are at the same temperature).
- Water possesses the additional latent heat of fusion. Hence, at 273 K, ice is more effective in cooling than water.
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