The Sun and the Water Cycle

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What is the Water Cycle?

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The constant movement of water through the land, air, oceans, and living things.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from clouds to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What does the Sun do to water?

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The Sun turns water into water vapor through the process of evaporation.

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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 evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water is heated by the Sun and changes into water vapor.

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What is runoff?

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

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What is the role of the Sun in the water cycle?

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The Sun provides the heat necessary for evaporation, which is a key part of the water cycle.

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What is collection in the water cycle?

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Collection is when water gathers in bodies of water like rivers, lakes, and oceans after precipitation.

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What is the difference between evaporation and condensation?

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Evaporation is the process of water turning into vapor, while condensation is the process of vapor turning back into liquid.

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What are the main forms of precipitation?

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The main forms of precipitation are rain, snow, sleet, and hail.