Water Cycle, Weather and Climate

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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 is 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 clouds 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, making it the driving force of the water cycle.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the water that flows over the ground surface and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans after precipitation.

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What are clouds?

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Clouds are visible masses of condensed water vapor that form in the atmosphere during the condensation process.

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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 region.

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What is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air, which can affect weather conditions.

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What is the water table?

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The water table is the upper surface of underground water, where the soil or rock is saturated with water.