Water Cycle

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the water cycle?
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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves through the environment, involving processes such as evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is evaporation in the context of the water cycle?
Back
Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas (water vapor) due to heat.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?
Back
Clouds are formed from tiny water droplets that condense in the atmosphere, playing a crucial role in precipitation.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is condensation?
Back
Condensation is the process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is precipitation?
Back
Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does temperature affect the water cycle?
Back
Temperature influences the rate of evaporation and condensation; higher temperatures increase evaporation rates, while cooler temperatures promote condensation.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the significance of water vapor in the air?
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Water vapor is a key component of the atmosphere, contributing to weather patterns and the greenhouse effect.
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