This month I’m talking about how ice rinks work. I found an article that answers common questions like how the ice stays cold, how thick the ice is, and how the Zamboni works. The article begins:
While the strength and skill of great ice skaters is immediately obvious, it’s easy to overlook the remarkable surface that makes it all possible. But as it turns out, varying the characteristics of indoor ice just a little bit can make the difference between a gold-medal performance and an embarrassing spill.
Find out “How Ice Rinks Work.”
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