Fun Facts about snow

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What percentage of all the freshwater on Earth is frozen as ice or snow?

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80% of all the freshwater on Earth is frozen as ice or snow.

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Are all snowflakes the same shape?

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No, all snowflakes are not the same shape.

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Is snow actually white?

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No, snow is not actually white; it appears white due to the way it reflects light.

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What is the largest reported size of a snowflake?

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The largest snowflake was reported to be 15 inches wide.

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What temperature must the air be for it to snow?

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The air temperature does not have to be below 32 degrees for it to snow; it can snow even when temperatures are above freezing.

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What is a snowflake?

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A snowflake is a single ice crystal that falls from the atmosphere.

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How do snowflakes form?

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Snowflakes form when water vapor in the air freezes into ice crystals.

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What is the process of snow melting called?

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The process of snow melting is called melting.

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What happens to snow when the temperature rises?

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When the temperature rises, snow begins to melt and turns into water.

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Can it snow in warm weather?

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Yes, it can snow in warm weather if the conditions are right, such as having cold air higher up in the atmosphere.