Investigating an Unexpected Ice Spike Formation

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An unexpected ice spike formation occurred in a plastic container filled with water placed in a freezer, measuring about 3 inches tall. The user speculated that deionized water might have been used, although they were uncertain. The freezer's temperature control was set to its lowest, but the exact temperature was not remembered. Previous experiences with freezing deionized water did not yield similar results, making this occurrence unique. The discussion includes links to related threads for further exploration of ice spike phenomena.
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Hi,

I was just wondering if anyone could shed some light on how this ice spike formed?

All I did was fill a 4" tall, 4" diameter plastic container with water and put it in a normal refridgerator freezer. I came back the next morning and found what you see in the photos.

I likely used deionized water but I don't remember this for sure. The freezer's temperature control was turned all the way down (the temperature of which I do not remember).



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Hi,

Thanks again for the links. I had a similar thought as well.

I was confused a bit because of the change of state. I was unsure how the generating ice would effect the inner volume.

I worked in a lab where we froze DI water often. I did this for 5 years and this was the only time it happened. This ice spike measures about 3".


Anyway, thanks again!


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