Structure of Ice

Explains molecular makeup of ice.

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Why Does Ice Float in Water?

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Water is a special substance for several reasons, and you may have noticed an important one right in your cold drink: ice. Solid ice floats in liquid water, which isn't true for most substances. But why? George Zaidan and Charles Morton explain the science behind how how hydrogen bonds keep the ice in your glass (and the polar ice caps) afloat.

Authors:

George Zaidan

Charles Morton

Contributors:

Powerhouse Animation Studios Inc.

Sources:

TED-Ed

Difficulty Level

At Grade

Grades

10 , 11 , 12

Date Created:

August 17, 2018

Last Modified:

August 17, 2018

Subjects:

science Chemistry

Search Keywords:

solid liquid hydrogen bonds (2 more)

Language

English

Concept Nodes:

SCI.CHE.703 (Structure of Ice - Chemistry)

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