Ice can take on a variety of shapes.
While many people immediately think of ice cubes, the shape of ice is highly variable and depends on how it forms. Consider these common examples:
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Cubes: These are the most common form of ice due to ice cube trays. They are often used for chilling drinks.
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Crushed: Crushed ice is simply ice that has been broken into small, irregular pieces.
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Sheets/Slabs: Ice can form in large sheets or slabs, particularly on frozen bodies of water.
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Icicles: Icicles are tapering formations of ice produced by dripping water that freezes.
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Snowflakes: Snowflakes possess intricate and unique crystalline structures.
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Hail: Hail is a form of solid precipitation consisting of balls or irregular lumps of ice.
Therefore, the "shape" of ice is not fixed but rather depends on the conditions under which it is formed.
