Water Cycle Review

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What is the water cycle?

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The movement of water on, above, or below the surface of the Earth.

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What is condensation in the water cycle?

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The process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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Why is runoff important in the water cycle?

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Runoff returns water to other locations on Earth, contributing to rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What role does the sun play in evaporation?

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The sun heats up water, turning it into vapor in the process of evaporation.

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What are examples of precipitation?

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Snow, sleet, hail, and rain.

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What is evaporation?

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The process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas or vapor.

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What is transpiration?

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

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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, while transpiration is the release of water vapor from plants.

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

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The atmosphere acts as a medium for water vapor, facilitating processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is infiltration in the context of the water cycle?

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Infiltration is the process by which water on the ground surface enters the soil.

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