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How is snow made? An atmospheric scientist describes the journey of frozen ice crystals from clouds to the ground

  • Written by Alexandria Johnson, Professor of Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences, Purdue University
How is snow made? An atmospheric scientist describes the journey of frozen ice crystals from clouds to the groundSome parts of the U.S. see well over 100 inches (2.5 meters) of snow per year.Edoardo Frola/Moment Open via Getty ImagesHow is snow made? An atmospheric scientist describes the journey of frozen ice crystals from clouds to the ground

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How is snow made? – Tenley, age 7, Rockford, Michigan

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