FOSS Investigation 3 Review

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What are the main phase changes of water?

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The main phase changes of water are evaporation, condensation, freezing, and melting.

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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 (water vapor) due to an increase in temperature.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor changes back into liquid water, typically when it cools.

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What is freezing?

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Freezing is the process by which liquid water changes into solid ice when the temperature drops.

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What is melting?

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Melting is the process by which solid ice changes back into liquid water when the temperature rises.

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How does temperature affect phase changes?

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Temperature changes can cause water to transition between its different states: increasing temperature can lead to evaporation, while decreasing temperature can lead to condensation or freezing.

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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, causing water to change from liquid to vapor.

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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, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and runoff.

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What is the difference between evaporation and boiling?

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Evaporation occurs at any temperature and only at the surface of the liquid, while boiling occurs at a specific temperature throughout the liquid.

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What is the significance of the condensation chamber in the water cycle?

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The condensation chamber is where water vapor cools and condenses into liquid water, playing a crucial role in precipitation.

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