Watercycle

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas (water vapor) due to heat.

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What is condensation?

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

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What is precipitation?

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

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which water vapor is released into the atmosphere from the leaves of plants.

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What is air pressure?

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Air pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air molecules on a surface.

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How does evaporation affect the water cycle?

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Evaporation removes water from the Earth's surface and adds water vapor to the atmosphere, which is essential for cloud formation.

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How does condensation contribute to the water cycle?

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Condensation allows water vapor to cool and form clouds, which can lead to precipitation.

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What role does precipitation play in the water cycle?

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Precipitation returns water from the atmosphere back to the Earth's surface, replenishing water sources.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the flow of water, from rain or melting snow, over the land surface, which eventually returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans.