8.10 A vocab flashcard

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water changes from a gas to a liquid.

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What is the definition of weather?

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Weather refers to the short-term states in our atmosphere.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in an area over a long period of time.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the change in state from a liquid to a gas, usually occurring at the surface of a liquid over a wide range of temperatures.

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere is the portion of Earth that is water.

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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.

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What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation to occur in the water cycle.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term average conditions.

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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.

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What is the process of transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which water is absorbed by plants and then released as vapor into the atmosphere.