The Water Cycle

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What are the main processes of the water cycle?

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The main processes of the water cycle are evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.

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What is evaporation in the context of the water cycle?

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Evaporation is the process where water changes from a liquid to a gas, typically due to heat.

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What is condensation 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 precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from clouds and reaches the ground, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

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

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What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by water?

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Approximately 75% of the Earth's surface is covered by water.

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What is the opposite process of evaporation?

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The opposite process of evaporation is condensation.

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How does water return to the Earth's surface after evaporation?

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Water returns to the Earth's surface through precipitation.

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What is the significance of the water cycle for ecosystems?

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The water cycle is crucial for maintaining ecosystems as it distributes water, supports plant growth, and regulates climate.

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What is transpiration?

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