Water Cycle

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What process turns water from liquid to gas?

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Evaporation is the process that turns water from liquid to gas.

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What is condensation in the water cycle?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What are clouds made of?

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Clouds are made of tiny water droplets or ice crystals.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from clouds to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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Where does the water we drink come from?

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The water we drink comes from rivers, lakes, and underground sources, and it has been part of the water cycle for millions of years.

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What happens to water when it is heated?

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When water is heated, it evaporates and turns into water vapor.

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

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The sun provides energy that heats water, causing evaporation and driving the water cycle.

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers.

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How do plants contribute to the water cycle?

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Plants contribute to the water cycle through a process called transpiration, where they release water vapor into the air.