Water Cycle

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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 by which water is heated by the sun and changes from a liquid to a vapor.

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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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How much of Earth's water is freshwater?

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Only about 3% of Earth's water is freshwater, and most of it is trapped in glaciers and ice caps.

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What happens to water vapor when it cools?

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When water vapor cools, it condenses into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is the process of water turning into vapor called?

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The process of water turning into vapor is called evaporation.

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What is the main source of energy for the water cycle?

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The main source of energy for the water cycle is the sun.

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What is the difference between evaporation and condensation?

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Evaporation is the process of water changing from liquid to vapor, while condensation is the process of vapor changing back to liquid.