Despite what its name suggests, black ice isn’t actually black—it’s clear. So clear, in fact, that it appears to be the color of whatever surface is beneath it. Since that’s often a black ...

On the other hand, "black ice is clear and dense with few air pockets ... Devika Rao has worked as a staff writer at The Week since 2022, covering science, the environment, climate and business.

Black ice forms on roads, sidewalks and driveways ... where she studied journalism and political science. Jamie previously reported for The Arizona Republic and Arizona PBS.

A strange type of ice thought to dwell deep in the oceans ... Nikk Ogasa is a staff writer who focuses on the physical sciences for Science News. He has a master's degree in geology from McGill ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Winter brings many hazards, but few are as deceptive and dangerous as black ice. This hidden threat catches drivers and pedestrians off guard, leading to sudden slips ...

What is black ice cream? Black ice cream is not a new phenomenon, having made a similar surge in popularity last summer. It’s generally an ice cream made with activated charcoal. While some may ...