Water Cycle

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where water heats up and rises as gas.

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What are examples of precipitation?

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Snow, sleet, hail, and rain are all examples of precipitation.

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What does runoff mean?

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Runoff refers to water running downhill.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is water falling from the sky.

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What happens during evaporation?

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Liquid water turns into gas and rises into the sky.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools to form 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.

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What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides energy that heats water, causing evaporation.

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What is accumulation in the water cycle?

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Accumulation is when water collects in rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What is the difference between evaporation and condensation?

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Evaporation is when water turns into gas, while condensation is when gas turns back into liquid.