Water Cycle Lesson Prerequisites

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Which state of matter is characterized by particles that are closely packed in a fixed arrangement and have the least amount of energy among the three states?

  • Gas
  • Plasma
  • Liquid
  • Solid (correct)

Which state of matter is distinguished by particles that are close together but can move around freely, allowing it to take the shape of its container while retaining a definite volume?

  • Plasma
  • Solid
  • Gas
  • Liquid (correct)

What is the defining characteristic of gases among the three primary states of matter?

  • Particles that move slowly
  • Spread out particles that move quickly (correct)
  • Definite shape and volume
  • Closely packed particles

Which example best represents a liquid state of matter?

<p>Water in a glass (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which state do the particles fill the entire space of their container, resulting in neither a definite shape nor a definite volume?

<p>Gas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between evaporation and condensation?

<p>Evaporation requires heat energy, while condensation requires the removal of heat energy. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which process causes the formation of dew on grass in the morning?

<p>Condensation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does energy play in the process of evaporation?

<p>Energy is absorbed during evaporation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is understanding evaporation and condensation crucial for grasping the water cycle?

<p>They illustrate how water moves between liquid and gaseous states. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does condensation differ from precipitation?

<p>Condensation occurs in the atmosphere, while precipitation occurs on the ground. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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