Once these crystals have fallen to the ground, they can change their appearance. Differences in air temperature and the pressure from accumulating snow cause them to become smaller as they settle.
Namun, segera setelah menyentuh tanah, mereka dapat berubah rupa; perbedaan suhu udara dan tekanan dari salju yang menumpuk menyebabkan bunga - bunga salju kristal ini menyusut.