Water Cycle Test Practice

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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 is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water is heated by the sun and changes into water vapor, rising into the atmosphere.

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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 transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which plants release water vapor into the atmosphere through their leaves.

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How does the sun affect the water cycle?

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The sun provides the heat necessary for evaporation to occur, which is essential for the water cycle.

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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 to occur.

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What happens during the process of runoff?

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Runoff is the movement of water, usually from rain, across the ground and into bodies of water like rivers and lakes.

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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, while transpiration is the release of water vapor from plants.

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What is the significance of the sun in the formation of clouds?

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The sun warms ocean water, causing more water vapor to rise and eventually form clouds.