Water Cycle

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What happens to the temperature when liquid water changes to gas?

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The temperature increases.

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What happens to the temperature when liquid water turns to a solid?

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The temperature decreases.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is when the sun heats up water and turns it into water vapor.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is when water droplets become too heavy and fall from the atmosphere.

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What is collection in the water cycle?

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Collection is when water gathers in rivers or streams and then flows into the ocean and lakes.

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What is the process of water vapor cooling and turning back into liquid water called?

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Condensation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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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.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is the term for water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface?

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Precipitation.

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What are the main forms of precipitation?

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Rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is the process of water moving from the ground back into the atmosphere?

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Transpiration.

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