👉 "tuffaceous" is a term used in meteorology to describe snow that has a high degree of albedo reflection and can be composed primarily of ice crystals. It's often associated with conditions that are characterized by large amounts of precipitation, typically above 50 cm (20 inches) in height. This type of snow can have a reflective surface and is known for its ability to reflect sunlight back into the atmosphere, thus creating an effect called "tuff."