Question

what happens to ice when it is in an environment where the temperature is getting warmer? the ice immediately turns into steam. the temperature of the ice rises above 50°c before melting. the ice absorbs heat and begins to melt at 0°c. the ice loses energy and freezes more. they disappear

Explanation:

Ice is the solid - state of water. Its melting point is 0°C at standard atmospheric pressure. When in a warmer environment, it absorbs heat until it reaches 0°C and starts to melt. It doesn't immediately turn to steam as that requires further heating to the boiling point of 100°C, and its temperature doesn't rise above 50°C before melting as it stays at 0°C during the phase - change process. Also, in a warmer environment, it won't lose energy and freeze more.

Answer:

The ice absorbs heat and begins to melt at 0°C.