Water Cycle

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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 are aquifers?

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Aquifers are large porous layers of underground rock that contain water, serving as natural reservoirs.

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What happens during evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where water absorbs enough energy to change from a liquid to a gas.

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What is sublimation?

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Sublimation is the process where ice or snow changes directly into water vapor without first becoming liquid.

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What is meteorology?

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Meteorology is the study of the atmosphere and the processes that occur within it, including weather and climate.

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What is condensation?

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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 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 role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation, driving the water cycle.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which water is absorbed by plants and then released as water vapor into the atmosphere.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the flow of water, from rain or melting snow, that moves across the ground and returns to bodies of water.