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Can snowstorms have thunder?

But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids

CHAPTER

Unraveling the Mysteries of Snow and Weather Forecasting

This chapter delves into the intricate beauty of snowfall in Vermont and transitions to a conversation with a meteorologist on Mount Washington about creating weather models for extreme weather forecasting. It explains the scientific process of snow formation, the variety of snowflake types, and why snow appears white and sparkly. The discussion also covers snowstorms, thunder snow, different snow-related terms, and the absence of snow in tropical regions.

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