Which of the following characteristics of water is most responsible for the sinking of the Titanic?

A. The temperature of liquid water rises and falls slowly.
B. Water is liquid at room temperature.
C. Frozen water is less dense than liquid water.
D. Water molecules are cohesive.
E. Water has a high heat of vaporization.


Answer: C

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