In what ways do the symbols of 'Fire' and 'Ice' in the poem 'Fire and Ice' serve as metaphors for opposing human impulses ? How do they contribute to the exploration of destructive capabilities of human beings ?

Fire – symbolizes desire Leading to greed, lust fury and these emotions if uncontrolled or unchecked may lead to destruction. (Q.P. CODE /Set No $\displaystyle 184$/$\displaystyle 2$-$\displaystyle 2$-$\displaystyle 2$) Ice – symbolizes hatred It leads to indifference, coldness and rigidity causing detached feelings. If they are neglected may lead to destruction.