Which of the following statements about the Sun and its effect on Earth is true? 1. The Sun is a big burning ball of hot liquids that gives off energy that reaches the Earth as light and heat. 2. The

The statement says, "The Sun is a big burning ball of hot liquids that gives off energy that reaches the Earth as light and heat." The Sun is primarily composed of hot gases (plasma), not liquids. While it does give off energy as light and heat, the description of it as "hot liquids" makes this statement false.

The statement says, "The heat keeps the Earth warm and the light helps people and animals see and helps plants grow and survive." This statement is accurate. The Sun's heat is essential for maintaining Earth's temperature, and its light is necessary for vision and for photosynthesis, which allows plants to grow.

Based on the evaluations, the second statement is true.

The true statement is $\boxed{\text{The heat keeps the Earth warm and the light helps people and animals see and helps plants grow and survive.}}$.