In a temperate lake during winter, aquatic life survives at the bottom while the surface is frozen. This is due to which anomalous property of water?
Q1. In a temperate lake during winter, aquatic life survives at the bottom while the surface is frozen. This is due to which anomalous property of water?
Answer: Maximum density at 4 degrees Celsius
Explanation: Water is densest at 4°C, allowing ice to float and insulate the water below. High specific heat is tempting but refers to temperature stability.