Water Cycle Review

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What is precipitation in the water cycle?

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Precipitation is the step in which water returns to Earth's surface from the atmosphere in the form of rain, sleet, hail, or snow.

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What is the primary energy source that drives the water cycle?

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The sun is the primary energy source for the water cycle. Without the sun, there would be no water cycle.

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How do plants contribute to the water cycle?

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Plants contribute to the water cycle by releasing water vapor into the atmosphere through a process called evaporation.

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What is runoff in the context of the water cycle?

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Runoff is the precipitation that flows over the land and eventually into oceans, rivers, or lakes.

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How does the sun's energy affect evaporation?

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The sun's energy heats the water, causing it to evaporate into the atmosphere.

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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 role does condensation play 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 is the difference between evaporation and transpiration?

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Evaporation is the process of water turning into vapor from surfaces like lakes and rivers, while transpiration is the release of water vapor from plants.

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What is accumulation in the water cycle?

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Accumulation refers to the collection of water in bodies of water like lakes, rivers, and oceans.

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What happens during the process of condensation?

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During condensation, water vapor cools and forms tiny droplets, which can lead to cloud formation.