Which outcome occurs when thermal energy increases in supercooled water?

A)Crystallization via homogeneous nucleation occurs rapidly✓

B)Density increases, causing convective heat transfer

C)Latent heat increases without changing size

D)Viscosity increases due to hydrogen bonding

💡 Explanation

If enough energy increases within unstable supercooled water, spontaneous crystallization occurs through homogeneous nucleation, a first-order phase transition. This solidification releases latent heat; therefore, a rapid change in crystalline form is preferred, rather than convection or increased viscosity.

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Which outcome occurs when thermal energy increases in supercooled water?

💡 Explanation

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