Snowflakes: The Science Behind the Magic

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Why do snowflakes appear white?

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Light is reflected off their surface.

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In order for snowflakes to form, three things must be present: water vapor, dust, and ________.

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Ice crystals.

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How many different types of snowflakes are estimated to exist?

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1 with 36 zeros.

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True or False: Snowflakes are formed when water droplets attach to already formed ice crystals resulting in even larger ice crystals.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: Snow as we know it is formed when water droplets from clouds attach to the already formed ________.

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Ice crystals.

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What are snowflakes primarily made of?

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Ice crystals.

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What is the process called when water vapor turns directly into ice without becoming liquid first?

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Sublimation.

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What shape do snowflakes typically have?

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Hexagonal.

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What is the temperature range for snowflake formation?

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Typically between -2°C and -15°C.

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Front

What role does dust play in snowflake formation?

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Dust acts as a nucleus for ice crystals to form around.