Water Cycle Practice

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What are the phases of the water cycle?

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The phases of the water cycle include evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and runoff.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where water changes from a liquid to a gas (water vapor) due to heat.

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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 that falls from clouds to the ground, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the water that flows over the ground surface and returns to bodies of water after precipitation.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which plants release water vapor into the air through their leaves.

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How does the sun affect the water cycle?

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

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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are formed during condensation and are essential for precipitation to occur.

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What is the importance of the water cycle?

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The water cycle is crucial for distributing water across the Earth, supporting ecosystems, and maintaining weather patterns.

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What happens to water during the water cycle?

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Water changes into different forms (liquid, vapor, solid) and is reused continuously.