Hydrosphere Review

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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 such as evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and runoff.

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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, typically due to heat from the sun.

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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, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which plants release water vapor from their leaves into the atmosphere.

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that seeps into the soil and fills the spaces in underground rock formations, known as aquifers.

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What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy necessary for evaporation, driving the water cycle by heating water in oceans, lakes, and rivers.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the flow of water, from rain or melting snow, that moves over the ground and eventually returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What is a reservoir?

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A reservoir is a large natural or artificial lake used to store water for human use, such as drinking, irrigation, and hydroelectric power.

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What is the difference between surface water and groundwater?

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Surface water is found in bodies of water like rivers, lakes, and oceans, while groundwater is water that is stored underground in aquifers.