Changes of State: Evaporation and Condensation
Students will investigate evaporation and condensation, understanding their roles in the water cycle and everyday phenomena.
Key Questions
- Analyze the factors that influence the rate of evaporation.
- Explain how condensation leads to the formation of clouds and dew.
- Differentiate between boiling and evaporation.
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