Ice is not just one thing; it exists in 17+ forms
In short: While we typically think of ice as a single substance, it can take on vastly different structures depending on its environment. This video explores how extreme conditions shape the many varieties of ice found across the universe.
From the vacuum of deep space to the crushing interiors of ice giant planets, water molecules organize into diverse crystalline structures. These variations occur because ice is stretched and squished by varying pressures and temperatures, resulting in more than 17 different kinds beyond what we commonly see on Earth.
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