Vocabulary and "The Story of Snow" Review

Front

What determines the shape of a snow crystal?

Back

The shape of a snow crystal is determined by how wet and cold the cloud is.

Front

What does the word 'structure' mean?

Back

Structure means an arrangement of parts.

Front

When does a snow crystal stop growing?

Back

A snow crystal stops growing soon after it falls from the cloud.

Front

What is the main idea of 'The Story of Snow'?

Back

The main idea is that snow crystals can be many different shapes.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a shape of snow crystals: hexagons, plates, triangles, or dendrites?

Back

Triangles are NOT a shape of snow crystals.

Front

What are the common shapes of snow crystals?

Back

Common shapes of snow crystals include hexagons, plates, columns, and dendrites.

Front

How does temperature affect snow crystal formation?

Back

Lower temperatures generally lead to more complex and intricate snow crystal shapes.

Front

What role does humidity play in snow crystal formation?

Back

Higher humidity can lead to larger and more elaborate snow crystals.

Front

What is the process of snow crystal formation called?

Back

The process of snow crystal formation is called crystallization.

Front

What is the significance of snow crystal shapes in meteorology?

Back

Snow crystal shapes can provide information about atmospheric conditions and weather patterns.