Common
Cold
Ice
ColdCommonTransparent
Ice is a common cold block in Minecraft. This is a transparent block, meaning light can pass through it.
Entity Relationship Graph
Used In Crafting
Block Properties
Internal ID
minecraft:iceCategoryCold
Stack Size64
Hardness0.5
Blast Resistance0.5
Transparent✓ Yes
Light LevelNone
Commands
Give Command
/give @p minecraft:ice 1Set Block Command
/setblock ~ ~ ~ minecraft:ice
Mining Information
Required Tool
Silk Touch Required
Mining Time
Varies by tool (base: 0.5s)
Silk Touch
Required for item drop
Fortune Effect
No effect
Frequently Asked Questions
What tool do I need to mine Ice?▼
To properly mine Ice and receive item drops, you need: Silk Touch Required. Using a lower tier tool or the wrong tool type will result in no drops.
Is Ice blast resistant?▼
Ice has a blast resistance of 0.5. It can be destroyed by most explosions.
Is Ice transparent?▼
Yes, Ice is a transparent block. Light passes through it, and mobs cannot spawn on transparent blocks. It also won't suffocate entities.
What is the Minecraft ID for Ice?▼
The internal Minecraft ID for Ice is "minecraft:ice". You can use this ID with commands like /setblock, /fill, and /give.
About Ice
Ice is a common block in Minecraft, categorized as a cold block. The internal game ID for this block is minecraft:ice.
With a hardness of 0.5, Ice takes relatively little time to mine. For optimal mining speed and to receive item drops, use Silk Touch Required.
As a transparent block, Ice allows light to pass through it and prevents mobs from spawning on top of it.