Hoarfrost

Posted by Tom Whelan on Sun Feb 12, 2023 12:55 pm

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I don't know of a proper name for the feathery crystals that form when it's extremely cold - so hoarfrost will have to do. It was -7 degrees Fahrenheit when I took this, brr. Please click on the image for the uncompressed view.

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by david fletcher on Sun Feb 12, 2023 1:31 pm

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I'm not an expert but that seems a fair description Tom. (I do know though, the term Hoar comes from an old english adjective, "showing signs of old age".... that makes frosted leaves, trees and bushes look like white hair.. I know as I am on that journey..LOL)....Mighty cold there and a lovely image BTW.

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by Carol Clarke on Sun Feb 12, 2023 3:29 pm

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Hoar frost or Rime? Where's an expert on frost when you need one! Beautiful feathery formations Tom and the detail is exquisite.

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by John Labrenz on Sun Feb 12, 2023 9:34 pm

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Really nice detail...and the WB is perfect.
yes...hoar frost is what we call it....

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by Swissblad on Mon Feb 13, 2023 1:47 am

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Lovely image, Tom...brrr..looks cold.

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by MalcolmBenn on Tue Feb 14, 2023 8:38 pm

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I think he proper name is awesome .... love all the intricate details.

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by Cynthia Crawford on Thu Feb 16, 2023 5:31 pm

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Whatever you call it, the feathery frost is sparkling in the extreme cold. Got you beat though-it was minus 20 degrees F here!

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