Water Cycle

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What is the process of water changing from a liquid to a gas called?

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Evaporation

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What is the process of water vapor changing into liquid water called?

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Condensation

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What is precipitation?

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Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is dew?

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Water vapor that has condensed into tiny droplets on cool surfaces, such as grass.

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What role does wind play in the water cycle?

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Wind helps to move water vapor from one location to another, facilitating evaporation and condensation.

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What is the main source of water vapor in the atmosphere?

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Evaporation from bodies of water, such as oceans, lakes, and rivers.

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What is the difference between evaporation and transpiration?

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Evaporation is the process of water turning into vapor from surfaces like lakes and rivers, while transpiration is the release of water vapor from plants into the atmosphere.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous process by which water moves through the environment, including evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.

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What is the significance of the water cycle for the environment?

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The water cycle is essential for distributing fresh water, regulating climate, and supporting ecosystems.

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What happens to water droplets on a cold surface, like a mug?

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Water vapor in the air condenses into liquid water droplets on the cold surface.