The Marvellous World of Snow
Did you know that each snowflake is unique, just like you? The journey of a snowflake starts when a tiny dust or pollen particle in the sky gets covered with water vapor, forming a crystal! As it falls to the ground, it passes through more water vapor, growing into a complex, six-sided shape. And voila, a snowflake is born! But snow isn't just beautiful, it's beneficial too! When it melts, it provides water for plants and animals. Plus, it's a lot of fun to play in. Have you ever made a snow angel or a snow fort? Speaking of fun, did you know that some animals count on the snow? Polar bears in the Arctic use snow to make dens. And some animals, like the wood frog and ground squirrel, even hibernate under the blanket of snow. Snow sure is marvelous, isn't it?
Question 1
What does each snowflake start as?
A small rock
A dust or pollen particle
Explanation. Each snowflake starts when a tiny dust or pollen particle in the sky gets covered with water vapor, forming a crystal.
A raindrop
A cloud
A piece of ice
Question 2
Why is snow beneficial?
It's good for skiing
It provides water for plants and animals
Explanation. When snow melts, it provides water for plants and animals.
It's pretty to look at
It keeps the ground warm
It helps trees grow
Question 3
What do polar bears use snow for?
To keep cool
To hide from predators
To make dens
Explanation. Polar bears in the Arctic use snow to make dens.
To find food
To play in
Question 4
What is the structure of a snowflake?
Round
Square
Triangle
Five-sided
Six-sided
Explanation. As it falls to the ground, it passes through more water vapor, growing into a complex, six-sided shape.
Question 5
What do some animals do under the blanket of snow?
Sleep
Hibernate
Explanation. Some animals, like the wood frog and ground squirrel, even hibernate under the blanket of snow.
Eat
Play
Melt
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