Whenever we get a big snowfall, people ask, "Why is snow white?" The answer, as always, is science!

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. When someone says “as white as snow,” it’s easy to envision ...

Snow looks white in the way salt, sugar, or crushed ice looks white. Obvious at first glance. Almost boring. But if you stop and think about it for a second, it feels a little strange. Snow is frozen ...