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Lesson 35 of 84 ยท Earth's History

Experiment

Seasons and Earth's Tilt

What You'll Learn

The water cycle describes how water moves through Earth's systems. Water evaporates from oceans, condenses into clouds, falls as precipitation, and flows back to the ocean.

Key Words

  • conservation
  • tectonic plates

Materials Needed

  • cups
  • thermometer
  • rain gauge
  • cotton balls
  • food coloring
  • clear container

Safety First

  • Do not taste any materials.
  • Wear safety goggles when mixing liquids.

Steps

Step 1 โ€” Read

Read and learn: The water cycle describes how water moves through Earth's systems. Water evaporates from oceans, condenses into clouds, falls as precipitation, and flows back to the ocean.

Step 2 โ€” Do

Build your model using the materials provided.

Step 3 โ€” Observe

Note any unexpected results.

Step 4 โ€” Record

Share your findings with the class or a partner.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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