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Ice in Space Could Do Something We Thought Was Impossible : ScienceAlert

Last updated: July 7, 2025 10:05 am
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Water in Space: New Discoveries Challenge Previous Assumptions

Recent research has uncovered surprising findings about the structure of water frozen in the darkness of space. Contrary to previous beliefs, it appears that the most common form of water in the Universe is not as structureless as scientists had thought. Instead, tiny ice crystals just a few nanometers across are likely embedded in a frozen jumble of molecules.

Physicist Michael Benedict Davies from University College London and the University of Cambridge describes this discovery as groundbreaking, as it provides new insights into the atomic-level structure of ice in the Universe. This knowledge is crucial for understanding various cosmological processes, such as planet formation, galaxy evolution, and the movement of matter in space.

Water: A Strange and Complex Substance

Water is undeniably a peculiar substance, with unique properties that set it apart from other liquids. Scientists have identified numerous distinct phases of water under different frozen conditions, showcasing its complexity.

Traditionally, water ice was categorized into two main types: crystalline ice found on Earth, with atoms arranged in a neat lattice, and amorphous ice in space, assumed to be a disordered mass of atoms. However, recent analyses suggest that some forms of amorphous ice may contain crystalline structures.

Unveiling the Structure of Space Ice

To investigate the structure of space ice, Davies and his team conducted computer simulations and experiments. By freezing virtual containers of water molecules at ultra-low temperatures, they found that a significant portion of amorphous ice may actually be crystalline.

The researchers created amorphous ice using different methods, mimicking the freezing process of water vapor in space onto surfaces. They also observed that ice can retain its crystalline order even as conditions change, indicating the presence of embedded crystals.

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Ice Structure
A representation of ice structure, showing crystallites within the amorphous matrix. (Michael B Davies, UCL, and University of Cambridge)

Implications for Space and Technology

These findings have significant implications for our understanding of water in space and amorphous materials in general. The discovery of ice crystals in space challenges previous assumptions and opens up new possibilities for advanced technology.

Physical chemist Christoph Salzmann from University College London emphasizes the importance of these findings for various applications, such as improving the performance of amorphous materials like glass fibers used in data transmission.

The research, published in Physical Review B, sheds light on the intricate nature of water in space and its potential impact on our understanding of the Universe.

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