Science of Winter Weather
Holiday Chemistry
Holiday Trivia
Movie Trivia
100

What is the form of precipitation when water freezes into ice crystals

Snow

100

What type of change occurs when ice melts? Physical or chemical?

Physical change

100

What is the traditional game people play during Hannukah?

Dreidal

100

What movie does a young boy take a magical train to the north pole

Polar express

200

Salt is added to roads in order to make ice melt at colder temperatures. What is this property of water called?

Freezing point

200

Fireworks during the holidays show different colors. What part of the subatomic particle contributes to the color?

Electrons

200

How many days is Kwanzaa celebrated for?

7

200

In the santa clause starring tim allen, what happens to the old santa that causes scott to become santa?

The old santa fell off the roof

300

What is the state of mater that describes snow,ice, and frozen ponds in the winter

Solid

300

When a christmas tree catches fire, the wood reacts with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water. What is the name of this reaction?

Combustion

300

What is the winter solstice?

Shortest day of the year

300

In how the grinch stole christmas, what is the name of the grinch's pet dog?

Max
400

At what temperature does water turn into snow

0 degrees celsius

400

What is the main covalent molecule found in candy canes?

Sugar C6H12O6

400

In what country, did the tradition of a christmas tree begin?

Germany

400

In the movie Elf, buddy pours maple syrup on many foods. What is the first breakfast he eats that is completely covered in syrup?

Spaghetti

500

What type of energy is trapped by wearing layers outside?

Heat

500

What is the chemical symbol of the element used in shiny ornaments and jewelry gifts?

Ag

500

The song jingle bells was originally written for what holiday?

Thanksgiving

500

What city does Kevin's family travel to for their christmas vacation in home alone?

Paris