Water Cycle King 24/25

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from clouds and reaches the ground. Examples include rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water is converted from liquid to vapor, usually due to heat from the sun.

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Where is most of the Earth's water found?

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Most of the Earth's water is found in the oceans, which hold about 97% of the planet's water.

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What is the main energy source for the water cycle?

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The main energy source for the water cycle is the Sun, which heats water and drives evaporation.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are formed by condensation of water vapor and are essential for precipitation, as they release water back to the Earth's surface.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.

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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 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 like rivers, lakes, and oceans.