When an ice cube in a glass of water melts, does the water level in the glass ri

Question

When an ice cube in a glass of water melts, does the water level in the glass rise, fall, or remain unchanged?

The water level at the side of the glass will fall slightly. The water level at the side of the glass will rise slightly.     The water level at the side of the glass is unchanged.

What if the ice cube has many air bubbles?

The water level at the side of the glass will rise slightly. The water level at the side of the glass will fall slightly.     The water level at the side of the glass is unchanged.

How about if the ice cube contains many grains of heavy sand?

The water level at the side of the glass is unchanged. The water level at the side of the glass will fall slightly.     The water level at the side of the glass will rise slightly.

Explanation / Answer

1) The water level at the side of the glass is unchanged.

2) The water level at the side of the glass will fall slightly

3) The water level at the side of the glass will rise slightly.

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