Science 5.8A and 5.8B

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which plants give off water vapor as a waste product.

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What is climate?

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Climate refers to the weather conditions in an area over a long period of time.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process during which 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 of changing from a liquid to a gas.

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What is precipitation?

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

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What is weather?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific area, including temperature, humidity, and precipitation.

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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, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.

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What is a drought?

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A drought is a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water.

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What is a storm?

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A storm is a disturbance in the atmosphere that can produce strong winds, heavy rain, thunder, lightning, and sometimes hail.