Fun Facts about snow

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What is light and fluffy snow often called?

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Powder.

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Are all snowflakes exactly the same?

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No, all snowflakes are unique.

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How does snow form in the atmosphere?

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Snow forms when water vapor freezes into ice crystals.

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What is heavy snowfall with lots of wind incorrectly called?

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A hurricane.

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Do all snowflakes have the same shape?

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No, snowflakes can have various shapes.

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What are the main components of snow?

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Snow is primarily made of ice crystals.

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What is the process of water vapor turning into snow called?

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Sublimation.

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What temperature range is typically required for snow to form?

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Snow usually forms when temperatures are at or below 0°C (32°F).

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What is the term for the study of snow and ice?

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Glaciology.

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What is the difference between sleet and snow?

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Sleet is frozen rain, while snow is formed from ice crystals.

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