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In winter, the layer of a lake that lies just below the ice has a temperature close to:
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A 0 degrees C
B -4 degrees C
C 10 degrees C
D 4 degrees C
Explanation

Because water is densest at 4 degrees C, this layer sinks below the colder, lighter water and protects fish.

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