Effect

An effect is what happens as a result of something else. For example, if you water a plant, the effect is that it grows better.

Examples

• When we studied the water cycle in science class, I learned that evaporation has a big effect on how clouds form in the sky.
• After my team practiced every day for two weeks, we noticed a positive effect on our soccer skills during the big game last Saturday.
• The book I read talked about how pollution can have a harmful effect on animals and plants in their natural habitats, which made me think about how to help the environment.

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