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Science Explainer: The water cycle

By Newsela Staff
Last updated 3 months ago
3 Questions
Note from the author:
Read the passage The Water Cycle. Then answer the questions below.
Read the passage The Water Cycle. Then answer the questions below.
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MS-ESS2-4
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Drag each statement into the correct box to identify characteristics of the components of the water cycle.

  • When vapor changes into liquid
  • Results in clouds being formed
  • When liquid water changes to vapor
  • When liquid or solid water falls to the Earth
  • Results in rain, snow, or hail
  • Process that is driven by the sun
  • Condensation
  • Evaporation
  • Precipitation
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How does the water cycle impact Earth's climate and landscape? Select three correct answers.

MS-ESS2-4