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How does the density of ice affect the survival of water - dwelling organisms in environments where temperatures fall below the freezing point?
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∙ 12y ago
The density of water is important because when water is frozen it expands which is significant for the sustaining of marine life. Frozen water serves as a barrier for marine life, which prevents temperatures from falling to low. The floating ice insulates the liquid water below, preventing it from freezing and allowing life to exist under frozen surfaces. BAM
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoWell ice is kind of less dense than water, so it will flow on top of the water so the animals can live under the ice.
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∙ 12y agoSince ice is less dense then water, the ice will float on top of the water allowing creatures to continue to live under the ice.
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