
Weather vs Climate and Water Cycle
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Science
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5th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between weather and climate?
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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a particular area over a long period.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is transpiration?
Back
Transpiration is the process where plants lose water through their leaves into the atmosphere.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens during precipitation?
Back
Precipitation occurs when clouds become heavy with water droplets and release them as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is runoff?
Back
Runoff is the flow of water on the earth's surface after precipitation, which can lead to rivers, lakes, and oceans.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is condensation?
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Condensation is the process where water vapor in the air cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is evaporation?
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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor and enters the atmosphere.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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, precipitation, and runoff.
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