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Bursting Water Pipe What happens when a frozen pipe bursts.  
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Water is a very unique liquid. Unlike almost every other substance in the world, water actually expands when it freezes. This is very cool because it allows people to walk and skate on frozen lakes while fish are swimming below the ice. But freezing water can also pose a few problems for homeowners and some job opportunities if you're a plumber. Watch the video to see what this incredible force can do to a water pipe in your home.