A wintertime form of precipitation that consists of small ice particles is called ________.
A)rime
B)glaze
C)hail
D)sleet

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Sleet is defined as small ice pellets that form when raindrops freeze before reaching the ground or when snowflakes partially melt and refreeze in the atmosphere. It is a common form of wintertime precipitation. Rime, glaze, and hail are all different types of precipitation, but they do not refer specifically to small ice particles as described in the question.

A Wintertime Form of Precipitation That Consists of Small Ice