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Uploaded by on May 15, 2009

The fact that ice floats in water is important for the life on the Earth. In this video I try to explain the reason for this behaviour of the water-ice system. Simulation was performed using Simply 3D.

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  • wat is the title to this song

    

  • Nice simulation and music. But I think you missed the point. You didn't explain why this isn't the case for other substances too! This is of utmost importance. It is about the volume maximization of the tetrahedron structure. I suggest to review this....

  • The decrease in temperature, decreases the kinetic energy allowing the molecules to be retained by the hydrogen bonds. I'm really sorry but how does that relate to density? Someone please help me try to understand the logic behind this.

  • really good, thanks-tho is there any chance of a voice over with the text? (please ; )

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