Crossword puzzle

1. When water becomes cold enough, it turns into this solid state. You might find it in your freezer or during winter.
6. This is a huge collection of stars, dust, and gas bound together by gravity. Our Solar System is part of one.
9. This term describes the change in body shape or structure that occurs during the life cycle of an organism.
10. What term is used for resources that are naturally replenished over time, such as sunlight, wind, and water?
11. A person who follows the scientific method to investigate and solve problems.
12. This unit is commonly used to measure the length of objects. It is found on a ruler.

2. The nutrient that provides energy and supports body functions.
3. This tool is used to measure how hot or cold something is, and it’s essential for checking the weather and in science experiments.
4. The type of materials that allow light to pass through it completely.
5. This term describes the variety of different plants, animals, and ecosystems found on Earth. It is what makes our planet so rich with life.
7. This method uses wind or air to separate lighter husk from heavier grains.
8. The invisible force that attracts certain metals and causes magnets to stick together or repel each other.