Water Definition
Water is a clear liquid that cycles between clouds and the Earth's oceans and land. For example, we need water to drink.
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Water Cycle (6-8 Version)
Fun Facts
- Water is always changing states between liquid, gas (vapor), and solid (ice).
- Energy from the sun continually moves water through the water cycle.
- The force of gravity pulls water down through the water cycle.
Why Do We Need To Know About Water
Learning about water helps you understand how important it is for our bodies, especially in very hot places like Death Valley where you need to drink a lot of water to stay healthy and alive. This shows how crucial water is for us.
Also, knowing about water can lead to jobs in fields like hydrology and meteorology. These experts work to keep our drinking water clean and forecast the weather to protect people from natural disasters. It’s also key to know about water to take care of the environment and make sure we have enough water for farming and drinking.
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In this lesson, we learn that:
- Water on Earth is millions of years old and is constantly being recycling.
- Water cycles through the processes of evaporation, condensation and precipitation.
- The water cycle is driven by gravity and energy from the sun.
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