Water Cycle

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What are the stages of the water cycle?

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The stages of the water cycle are evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What do we call the water that falls from the clouds?

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The water that falls from the clouds is called precipitation.

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What is condensation?

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

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor due to heat.

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What is precipitation?

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

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What is dew?

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Dew is a form of liquid water that forms on cool surfaces at night.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process where plants release water vapor into the air.

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What is water vapor?

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Water vapor is the gaseous state of water that is present in the air.

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What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the heat energy needed for evaporation to occur.

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What happens during the condensation stage?

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During condensation, water vapor cools and forms tiny droplets, creating clouds.