Water & Water Cycle

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What is the primary source of energy that drives the water cycle?

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Sunlight is the primary source of energy that drives the water cycle.

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What is the process called when water vapor turns into liquid water?

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The process is called condensation.

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What term describes the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth?

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The term is the water cycle or hydrologic cycle.

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

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The term is evaporation.

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What role do volcanoes play in the water cycle?

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Volcanoes release water vapor during eruptions, contributing to the water cycle.

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What is the smallest amount of water found in the water cycle?

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The smallest amount of water is found as water vapor.

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What is precipitation in the context of the water cycle?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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What is the process called when water seeps into the ground?

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The process is called infiltration.

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What is transpiration in the water cycle?

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

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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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