Hoarfrost is a deposit of ice crystals formed by condensation at temperatures below freezing point. The word ‘hoar’ comes from old English and refers to ice crystals that look like white hair or a beard.

Hoarfrost is a deposit of ice crystals formed by condensation at temperatures below freezing point. The word ‘hoar’ comes from old English and refers to ice crystals that look like white hair or a beard.