The Story of Snow

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What does the word 'erode' mean?

Back

To gradually wear away or disintegrate.

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What is a vowel team syllable?

Back

A syllable that contains two vowels that work together to make one sound, like 'au' in 'caution'.

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What are clouds made of?

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Clouds are made of tiny water droplets or ice crystals suspended in the air.

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Identify a word with a vowel team syllable: 'bleachers', 'watch', 'baseball', 'game'.

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Bleachers.

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What does the word 'visible' mean?

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Able to be seen; apparent.

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What is the process of erosion?

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The process by which natural forces like water, wind, or ice wear away rocks and soil.

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Give an example of a vowel team in a word.

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The 'ai' in 'rain'.

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What is the main component of clouds?

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Water vapor that condenses into droplets.

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What does 'disintegrate' mean?

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To break down into smaller parts or pieces.

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What is the difference between 'water vapor' and 'water droplets'?

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Water vapor is the gaseous state of water, while water droplets are tiny liquid particles.