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 stages like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What happens during evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor, usually due to heat from the sun.

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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 clouds to the Earth's surface.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the water that flows over the ground surface and returns to bodies of water, like rivers and oceans.

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How do clouds form?

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Clouds form when water vapor in the air cools and condenses into tiny water droplets.

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What is the opposite of evaporation?

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The opposite of evaporation is condensation.

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Why is runoff important in the water cycle?

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Runoff is important because it returns water to lakes, rivers, and oceans, helping to maintain the water cycle.

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What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the heat necessary for evaporation to occur, driving the water cycle.

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What is transpiration?

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