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What makes ice slippery? (A surprising science mystery)

Melissa and Jam

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Melissa and Jam investigate why ice is slippery. They compare proposed explanations involving surface water, pressure and melting with experimental findings on ice surfaces, and discuss water’s unusual properties, amorphous structures and what these imply for skating and everyday slipping.

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Chemistry For Your Life

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