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 such as evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and runoff.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which water is evaporated from the leaves of plants, contributing to the water cycle by releasing water vapor into the atmosphere.

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How does transpiration contribute to the water cycle?

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Transpiration releases water vapor into the atmosphere, which then condenses to form clouds and eventually falls back to the Earth as precipitation.

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What is surface runoff?

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Surface runoff is the flow of water over the land surface, often occurring after rain when the ground cannot absorb all the water.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is the process by which water in the atmosphere condenses and falls to the Earth's surface in the form of rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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How does evaporation contribute to the water cycle?

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Evaporation releases water vapor into the atmosphere, which then condenses to form clouds and eventually falls back to the Earth as precipitation.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air is changed into liquid water, often forming clouds.

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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are formed from condensed water vapor and are essential for precipitation, returning water to the Earth's surface.

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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 oceans, while transpiration is the evaporation of water from plant leaves.

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers, which can contribute to the water cycle when it seeps into rivers and lakes.