Snowmaking Technology and Techniques

Snowmaking Technology and Techniques

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Physics

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Liam Anderson

FREE Resource

The video explores the joy of winter activities and the necessity of snow, explaining that natural snow isn't always available. It delves into the science of snowmaking, highlighting the process of creating ice crystals from water vapor. The importance of temperature and humidity in snowmaking is discussed, emphasizing the need for low temperatures and humidity. The video also covers the use of snow machines and techniques to produce snow, concluding with acknowledgments and a call to subscribe.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the activities made possible by winter?

Surfing

Skiing

Hiking

Cycling

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does snow naturally form in clouds?

Clouds freeze and fall as snow

Rain falls and freezes on the ground

Water vapor directly condenses into ice

Water vapor turns into liquid and then freezes

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the 'dry bulb temperature' in snowmaking?

The temperature of the snow

The temperature of the water

The ambient air temperature

The temperature of the snow machine

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is low humidity important in snowmaking?

It helps water evaporate and cool down

It makes the snow whiter

It prevents snow from melting

It increases the size of snowflakes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do snow machines use to create tiny water droplets?

Special nozzles

Large hoses

Fans

Ice cubes

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do snow machines ensure water droplets freeze quickly?

By heating the water

By adding chemicals to the water

By using larger droplets

By shooting mist high into the air

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main goal of snowmaking technology?

To create rain

To make ice sculptures

To produce artificial snow

To melt snow

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