Water on the Earth

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation includes rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process of water being given off through the leaves of plants as water vapor.

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What is a characteristic property of groundwater?

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Groundwater is stored in the soil and rock beneath the earth's surface.

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What drives the water cycle?

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The water cycle is driven by gravity and energy from the Sun.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What are the stages of the water cycle?

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The stages of the water cycle include evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.

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How does evaporation occur in the water cycle?

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Evaporation occurs when water is heated by the Sun and changes from liquid to vapor.

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What role does condensation play in the water cycle?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is the significance of the water cycle for ecosystems?

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The water cycle is essential for replenishing freshwater resources and supporting plant and animal life.

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How does human activity impact the water cycle?

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Human activities, such as deforestation and urbanization, can disrupt the natural water cycle and affect local climates.

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