Is Ice Heavier Than Water? The Science Behind Ice's Density
Discover why ice floats on water and learn about its density in this engaging Q&A video.
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Ice is actually less dense than water, which is why it floats. When water freezes, it expands and its molecules form a crystalline structure that places them further apart, making ice lighter compared to an equal volume of liquid water.**
FAQs & Answers
- Why does ice float on water? Ice floats on water because it is less dense than liquid water due to its crystalline structure.
- What makes ice less dense than water? The expansion of water molecules during freezing creates a crystalline structure that makes ice lighter than equivalent liquid water.