Not only does the reddish snow have a similar color to watermelon, but it also exhibits a somewhat sweet smell which partially resembles that of the real fruit.
The park posted two images of the so-called"watermelon snow" on its Facebook page, explaining that some snow which persists through the summer at altitudes higher than 9,500 feet sometimes has a slightly reddish or pink tint.
"Some snow, typically found at high elevations—9,500 feet plus—where snow persists even through the summer months, can appear pink or red."Chlamydomonas nivalis "This algae is typically green but contains a special red pigment called a carotenoid that acts as a protective barrier, shielding the algae's chlorophyll," the Facebook post read."Since chlorophyll is necessary for its survival, it uses this natural type of sunscreen to protect itself from too much heat and damaging ultraviolet radiation.
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