Let it snow - Scientists show cloud seeding generates snow in most comprehensive study yet

The video discusses the practice of cloud seeding in the arid western US to meet water demand. Researchers in Idaho used silver iodide flares to induce snow from clouds, resulting in significant snowfall over a large area. The process generated enough water to fill 282 Olympic-sized pools. Future research will focus on analyzing the data to understand precipitation patterns better.

What is the primary purpose of cloud seeding in the western US?

• To meet the growing demand for water

• To increase agricultural yield

• To reduce air pollution

• To prevent wildfires

What substance is used in cloud seeding to generate snow?

• Potassium nitrate

• Salt

• Silver iodide

• Calcium carbonate

How much area did the cloud seeding cover in Idaho?

• 1500 square miles

• 900 square miles

• 500 square miles

• 1200 square miles

The snow produced by cloud seeding was enough to fill how many Olympic-sized swimming pools?

• 150

• 200

• 282

• 350

What is the next step in the cloud seeding research?

• Using different chemicals

• Analyzing the data more deeply

• Expanding to other regions

• Increasing the frequency of seeding