Question

12.15-test prep-water cycle study guide
on earth, water can be a solid, a liquid, or a gas.
which energy source has the greatest influence on the state of matter of water?
○ the sun
○ the wind
○ ocean currents
○ the metal core

Explanation:

The water cycle and the state changes of water (solid, liquid, gas) are driven by energy. The sun provides heat energy that causes evaporation (liquid to gas), melting (solid to liquid), and other phase changes. Wind is a result of solar energy, ocean currents are influenced by solar heating and wind, and the metal core's energy doesn't directly affect water's state on the surface. So the sun is the primary energy source for water's state changes.

Answer:

A. the sun