Question

andrew is describing the water cycle in three steps, as shown in this simple model. which statement belongs in the third region? surface water changes to water vapor water vapor changes to liquid water a. water falls from the atmosphere as rain, ice, or snow b. water turns to ice or snow and stays in the atmosphere c. water in the clouds evaporates from the heat of the sun d. water formed in the clouds causes the clouds to rise

Explanation:

The water - cycle steps are evaporation (surface water changes to water vapor), condensation (water vapor changes to liquid water), and precipitation (water falls from the atmosphere as rain, ice, or snow). The third step in the cycle is precipitation.

Answer:

A. Water falls from the atmosphere as rain, ice, or snow