Does the shape of ice affects how quickly it melts?

Answer by  ck0689 (284)

Yes, the rate at which ice melts depends how much energy is being transferred to the ice, and the amount of surface area exposed to the energy source. Thus, ice with greater surface area melts faster than ice with low surface area.

Answer by  apsaras (408)

Yes. The rate at which ice melts depends on the ratio of its exposed surface area to its volume. A flat sheet of ice with a large surface to volume ratio will melt quickly, while a spherical ball of ice with a small surface to volume ratio will melt slowly.