Grease ice

A later stage of freezing than frazil ice when the crystals have coagulated to form a soupy layer on the surface. Grease ice reflects little light, giving the surface a matt appearance.

Grease ice behaves in a viscous fluid-like manner, and does not form distinct ice floes.

Grease ice
Grease ice
Grease ice
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