Question

which event is an example of melting? a. an ice cube forms a small puddle on the counter. b. dew forms on the leaves of a tree. c. people see their breath on a cold winter day. d. frost forms on a blade of grass.

Explanation:

• Option A: Melting is the process of a solid turning into a liquid. An ice cube (solid water) turning into a puddle (liquid water) is melting.
• Option B: Dew formation is condensation (gas to liquid).
• Option C: Seeing breath is condensation (water vapor in breath condenses to liquid droplets).
• Option D: Frost formation is deposition (gas to solid).

Answer:

A. An ice cube forms a small puddle on the counter.