Question

Which statement best explains why ice cubes will melt in a glass of tea?

The tea becomes saturated.

The ice cubes gain energy.

The tea’s freezing point increases.

The ice cube’s melting point decreases.

Answer 1

The ice cubes gain energy

Step-by-step explanation:

The ice cubes are gaining energy from the water's carbon dioxide, or H2O. They then melt because they cannot hold that energy.