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Ice melts quickly when exposed to warm temperatures because heat energy is transferred from the surroundings to the ice, causing the ice molecules to gain enough energy to overcome their solid state and transition into a liquid state. This process is known as melting.

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How fast can room temperature water melt ice?

This is mainly dependent on the mass and area of the ice in contact with the water, and the flow of water around the ice. Also any impurities in the water or ice will be influential. Obviously it would take longer to melt an iceberg than an fridge ice cube, and longer to melt a flat piece of ice, than a cube of ice of the same mass, so the question is impossible to answer without more information. In practice it would be complex to calculate and the easiest way to find out is simply by experimenting assuming the ice is not too large!


Would a glass that was filled to the brim with ice and water would it overflow?

No, a glass filled to the brim with ice and water will not overflow once the ice starts to melt. The ice displaces some of the volume of the water, so there is enough space for the melted ice without overflowing.


How fast does it take an ice cube to melt in different of types of liquid?

The time it takes for an ice cube to melt depends on the temperature of the liquid it's placed in. Ice will melt faster in hotter liquids like hot water or coffee compared to colder liquids like cold water or juice. The size and shape of the ice cube will also affect melting time.


How much energy is needed to melt g of ice at 0 Celsius?

To melt 1 gram of ice at 0°C, it requires 334 joules of energy. So for g grams of ice, the energy needed would be g multiplied by 334 joules.


Why ice cube kept on plastic and glass melt?

Plastic and glass are better conductors of heat compared to ice, so when ice cubes are placed on them, heat from the surroundings is transferred to the ice, causing it to melt. The higher rate of heat transfer in plastic and glass materials speeds up the melting process of the ice cubes.

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Why does salty ice cube melts faster than sugary ice cubes?

because the salt makes the ice melt and if it is just ice tht means theres no salt so it wont melt as fast


Why do ice cubes melt so fast in a swimming pool?

Because of the water


What is the name of the process that causes ice to melt?

Application of heat makes ice melt, so global warming makes lots of ice melt.


Does ice cream melt faster than frozen yogurt?

yes ice cream does melt faster than frozen yogurt because it has ice and cream in it that makes it melt faster and frozen yogurt has yogurt in it which makes it thicker and since its frozen it makes it even more thicker so ice cream does melt faster than frozen yogurt.thats why ice cream is faster melt than yogurt.


What is the procedure in the local materials will keep the ice from melting fast?

>you go to a hot place so that the Oswell melt fast>>


How fast does a cubic foot of ice melt?

It takes 3 minutes for a cubic foot of ice to melt if you have a tempertured controled room because if its to hot or to cold the ice will either take faster to melt or slower so 3 minutes is the average time for a cubic foot of ice to melt.


Is Rodney Devon hot?

yes Rodney Devon is so hot he makes ice melt


What is the ingredient in salt that makes ice melt?

I'm actually not so sure. That's why I asked!


How fast will ice melt in 50 degrees outside?

The speed at which ice melts at 50 degrees Fahrenheit will vary depending on factors such as the size of the ice, exposure to sunlight, and air circulation. Typically, ice will melt faster at higher temperatures, so in a 50-degree environment, ice may melt within a few hours to a couple of days.


Why does ice melt faster in soda than in water?

Each liquid has a different melting and boiling point. If you place ice (frozen water) into a glass of water, then the water's temperature can only drop to 32 degrees and it will begin to melt. If you drop ice (pure frozen water) into Sea Water(water with salt), then the Sea Water can drop below 32 degrees. So it will take longer for the ice to warm up enough to melt. It has to do with the freezing point of the liquid it is in.


Does ice melt fast in room temperature or with salt?

Ice melts faster in room temperature due to the heat transfer from the environment. Adding salt to ice actually lowers its melting point, so it will take longer to fully melt.


What makes ice melt the fastest sugar salt pepper or sand?

SALT DOESNT MELT THE ICE IT JUST LOWERS THE FREEZING POINTWell Salt Does Make Ice Melt Faster :) I made the project and my result were correct SALT melts ice faster :)