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The part of the water cycle where water from the ocean is changed into vapor is

driven by energy from the ?
A) lunar tides
B) earth's gravity
C) magnitisim
D) sun's heat

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Answer:

D) sun's heat

Step-by-step explanation:

The sun's heat provides enough energy to water molecules at the surface so they move fast enough to escape from the water. The water does not need to boil.

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Answer:

D) Sun's heat

Step-by-step explanation:

The water cycle is driven primarily by the energy from the sun. This solar energy drives the cycle by evaporating water from the oceans, lakes and rivers.

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