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1. [c]What type of ice is stronger?[c]a. New ice that formed during a “snow storm”.b. New ice that formed during “high winds”.c. New ice that was made during a “no wind” period.2. New ice that was formed during a snow storm or wind creates what type of grain structure?a. Small b. Large3. Pressure cracks are formed by what two factors?expansion with temp drop/ moon pull4. Name three safety devices you should bring ice fishing?handle spikes/rope/blanket5. Large open water holes can remain open for weeks in temps well below freezing. Name two causes of these holes?thermals or springs/running water such as river pathFirst reply with 5 correct answers get their member status raised to the next level -Scott
1.c2.A (small)3.Water level shifts and normal expansion of ice during freezing4.Picks, Flotation device,Safety line5.Gas from decaying material and Underwater springs