Snowflakes

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What is a snowflake?

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A snowflake is a tiny piece of ice that falls from the sky when it snows.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What are snowflakes made of?

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Snowflakes are made of water and dust.

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True or False: Everyone has seen snow.

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False

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How big can snowflakes get?

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The biggest snowflake was 15 inches wide.

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Why are snowflakes unique?

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Snowflakes are unique because they all look different.

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Who took the first picture of snowflakes?

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Wilson A. Bentley took the first picture of snowflakes.

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What happens to snowflakes when they land on the ground?

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They can melt, turn into water, or stay as snow.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What shape do snowflakes usually have?

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Snowflakes usually have six sides.

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Can snowflakes be different shapes?

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Yes, snowflakes can be different shapes like stars, plates, or columns.

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What do you call the process of snow forming in the clouds?

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The process is called crystallization.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4