Water Cycle CFA

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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 role does the Sun play in the water cycle?

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The Sun provides the energy needed for evaporation, which is the process of water turning into vapor.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor 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 the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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What is runoff in the water cycle?

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

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Why do oceans contribute most to evaporation?

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Oceans expose the most water to the Sun's energy, which increases the rate of evaporation.

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What is the process of transpiration?

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Transpiration is the release of water vapor from plants into the atmosphere, contributing to the water cycle.

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How do clouds form?

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Clouds form when water vapor condenses into tiny droplets or ice crystals in the atmosphere.

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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.