Which one of the following statements about water is $FALSE$?

  • A
    There is extensive intramolecular hydrogen bonding in the condensed phase.
  • B
    Ice formed by heavy water sinks in normal water.
  • C
    Water is oxidized to oxygen during photosynthesis.
  • D
    Water can act both as an acid and as a base.

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