Does it actually exist? And if so does it really smell and taste like watermelons? Has anyone actually ever seen it?
2007-02-17 10:11:14 · 4 answers · asked by mr yass 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Weather
Watermelon Snow is a Strange Phenomenon Caused by Algal Cells of The Chlorophyta.
This phenomenon is especially common during the summer months in the Sierra Nevada of California where snow has lingered from winter storms, mainly at altitudes of 10,000 to 12,000 feet. Compressing the snow with your boot leaves a distinct footprint the color of watermelon pulp.
The snow even has a fresh watermelon scent and is sometimes called "watermelon snow." Walking in pink snow often results in a temporary discoloration of your clothing, such as bright red soles and pinkish pant cuffs. There are unconfirmed reports that consuming "generous quantities" of pink snow may cause diarrhea, a rather distressing situation above timberline.
2007-02-17 10:17:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
does it really matter???? I mean as long as you dont eat the yellow snow the rest is ok!!
2007-02-17 10:37:14 · answer #2 · answered by juscheckin2000 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no i have never seen it or heard of it.
try snow-cones in stead
2007-02-17 10:13:31 · answer #3 · answered by Night visions 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have never heard of this sounds fascinating though
2007-02-20 05:10:07 · answer #4 · answered by tracy w 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋