Earth's Water

Earth's Water

Water Everywhere Water is in ponds, lakes, and oceans. It flows in rivers and streams. It is in the air and frozen as snow and ice.

Most of Earth is covered with water. Plants and animals need water to live.

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Different Forms of Water Most of the water we see is a liquid. Liquid water takes the shape of the container it is in.

Not all water is liquid. When water gets very cold, it freezes. It becomes solid. Solid water is called ice.