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Why density of ice is less than water?
Why is it important that ice floats in water?
Ice floating in water is important because it helps to regulate the temperature of bodies of water. In cold regions, the surface of the water freezes and starts to float, creating a layer of insulation against the cold air above. This allows aquatic plants and animals to survive in the water below the ice. If ice sank in water, it would create a layer of ice at the bottom, and the body of water would freeze solid, making it impossible for plants and animals to survive.