The Science of Snowflakes

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What is the shape of a snowflake?

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Hexagonal

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Why is it difficult to find two identical snowflakes?

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They have different branching points.

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What creates a thin layer of water on the surface of the snow for skiing?

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Friction from skis.

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What role does melted snow play in skiing?

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Helps skis slide.

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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 factors influence the shape of a snowflake?

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Temperature and humidity influence the shape of a snowflake.

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What is the process of snow melting called?

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Melting.

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What happens to snow when the temperature rises?

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It begins to melt.

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What is the term for the tiny branches on a snowflake?

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Dendrites.