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The Sun's energy is critical to the Earth's climate and weather patterns because it drives the water cycle. Which stage of the water cycle is the Sun's energy most critical to?

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Answer:

evaporation

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer: evaporation

Explanation: The sun evaporates the water from the ocean (or other water sources) and transforms the liquid water into watervapor.

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