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The Chemistry of Snow Crystals

The shape and chemistry of a snow crystal often changes within a few hours of falling to the ground. Pukak is depth hoar. Surface hoar is a feathery type snow crystal that grows on top of snow.

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Contributors
Interviewee : Gerard Courtin, Center for Northern Studies
Other : Maine Public Broadcasting

Subjects
Depth hoar
Snowflakes
Surface Hoar
Ecology/Energy

Publisher
Maine Public Broadcasting

Source
Maine Public Broadcasting: QUEST - Investigating Our World, Episode 403, “Winter”

Publication Date
2003-01-01

Collection
MPBN: Quest Series

Rights
Maine Public Broadcasting Network