In the experiment, what represented the sun's role in the water cycle?

The boiled water in the tub represented the sun.

Explain how condensation was demonstrated in the video.

Condensation was demonstrated when the water vapor (steam) cooled on the plastic wrap and formed water droplets.

The ice represented cold clouds, which help in the condensation process.

Precipitation was demonstrated when the water droplets on the plastic wrap became heavy enough to fall into the cup.

Grade 5th Grade · Science · 50 min

I can describe the processes of evaporation, condensation, and precipitation in the water cycle.

Kids Fun Science (Kids Fun Science) · 4:49

The Water Cycle experiment (condensation /evaporation /vapor / sun)

3 key concepts

1
The water cycle involves water evaporating into the clouds, then condensing and falling back down as rain.
2
In the experiment, the hot water represents the sun heating the water, causing it to evaporate.
3
The ice on top of the plastic wrap represents cold clouds that cause the water vapor to condense and precipitate into the cup.

12 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer & True/false

Quick comprehension check

“Describe what happens during evaporation, condensation, and precipitation using what you observed in the experiment.”

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