North Texas hail: Why is some spikey and others are smooth?

The appearance of hailstones largely depends on the journey through the storm and the conditions encountered during formation.
Hail comes in many shapes and sizes. Here's a look at how they form.

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Hail piled up in northwest Omaha during this morning's storm

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