TYLER, Texas — Winter has a way of feeling magical — from frosty mornings to cozy nights by the fire, and of course, the snowflakes that drift down like little pieces of art. But how much of what we think we know about winter is actually true? Let’s break down some common winter myths and see what science has to say.

One of the most popular beliefs is that no two snowflakes are alike. That’s mostly true — nature almost never repeats the exact same conditions, so most snowflakes end up being unique. But scientists have actually created identical snowflakes in controlled labs by matching the same temperature and humidity, proving that nature can “copy and paste” under the perfect circumstances.

Another long-standing myth is that we lose most of our body heat through our heads. In reality,

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