3.7 Importance of Water Review

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What process leads to the formation of clouds in the atmosphere?

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Clouds are formed when tiny water droplets in the atmosphere join together.

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What is a reservoir?

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A reservoir is a water storage area created by building a dam across a river or stream to block the flow of water.

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What is the term for the process when a puddle dries up on a sunny day?

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The process is called evaporation.

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Name a significant water source in Virginia.

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One significant water source in Virginia is the James River.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, such as rain or snow.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are essential in the water cycle as they store water vapor and release it as precipitation.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas or vapor, usually due to heat.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air cools and changes back into liquid water, forming droplets.

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How does a dam affect water flow in a river?

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A dam blocks the flow of water in a river, creating a reservoir and altering the natural flow of the river.