Water Cycle

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What is another name or synonym for the water cycle?

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Hydrologic cycle

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On which kind of day would you expect the most evaporation from the surface of a pond?

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Warm, sunny

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Evaporation happens when the sun ___________ water and turns it into vapor.

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Heats up

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What is the water cycle?

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The movement of water on, above, or below the surface of the Earth.

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During which stage do clouds form?

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Condensation

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What is evaporation?

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The process where liquid water turns into water vapor due to heat.

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What is condensation?

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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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Any form of water that falls from clouds to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the heat necessary for evaporation to occur.

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What is the significance of the water cycle?

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It helps distribute water across the Earth, supporting ecosystems and human activities.