Real rippled Icicle 120117.673

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A Close-Up Look at a 3D Scan of an Authentic Icicle This icicle, grown in a laboratory as part of research on icicle shapes and patterns, was produced under carefully controlled conditions to create precise data for scientists. Researchers have shared all collected information from this study through The Icicle Atlas, an open-source database that allows anyone access online. Distinctive Ripples Emerge Natural icicles usually develop ripples; however, in this laboratory-grown icicle, these ridges are the direct result of a carefully measured amount of salt dissolved into the water during its formation. By controlling even small environmental variables like salt concentration, scientists can accurately predict and analyze the outcome. Icicle Atlas Run 120117 Completes Its Growth Icicle Atlas Run 1120117 has reached maturity in this scanned state, derived from a sequence of 8 consecutive photographs: 673 through to image number 681. Data captured in each phase shows a complete lifecycle transformation.