Water Cycle QuickCheck

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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 happens during evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor and enters the atmosphere, usually 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 role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation, driving the water cycle.

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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 water vapor into the atmosphere.

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How does temperature affect evaporation?

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Higher temperatures increase the rate of evaporation because heat provides energy for water molecules to escape into the air.

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

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What is the water vapor?

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Water vapor is the gaseous state of water that is present in the atmosphere.

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What is the process of water returning to the Earth called?

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The process of water returning to the Earth is called precipitation.