Christmas Science

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What direction does the jet stream generally flow?

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West to East.

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What is a star?

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A massive, luminous ball of plasma, a celestial body of hot gases, and a thermonuclear reactor.

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What is NOT a star?

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Another planet far away.

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How fast would Father Christmas need to travel to deliver all presents in one night?

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650 miles per second.

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How many sides does a typical snowflake have?

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6.

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What is a good conductor of heat?

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Metal.

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Why is metal used for baking sheets?

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Because metal is a good conductor of heat.

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What is the composition of a snowflake?

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Ice crystals that form in a hexagonal pattern.

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What is the role of the jet stream in weather?

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It influences weather patterns and helps in the movement of air masses.

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What is the scientific term for the process of snowflake formation?

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Crystallization.

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