4.4.2. Frost

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is frost?

   Hint

   Think about what happens to water vapor when temperatures drop.

2. 2.

   How does frost affect plants?

   Hint

   Consider the effects of extreme cold on living tissue.

3. 3.

   What is frost formed from?

   • Liquid water
   • Water vapor
   • Snow

   Hint

   Think about what happens in freezing temperatures.

4. 4.

   True or False: Frost is considered a form of precipitation.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what defines precipitation.

5. 5.

   Evaluate how frost might impact two different types of crops: those that benefit from cool weather and those that are sensitive to frost. Discuss potential outcomes.

   Hint

   Consider the specific needs of different plants.

6. 6.

   Design a simple experiment to test the effectiveness of frost blankets. What variables would you measure?

   Hint

   Think about how you can isolate the effects of the blanket on temperature.