Water Cycle

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where water changes from a liquid to a gas 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 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 energy needed for evaporation to occur.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process where plants release water vapor into the air from their leaves.

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What happens to water when it is heated by the sun?

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When water is heated by the sun, it turns into water vapor, which is a gas.

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What is the first step in the water cycle?

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The first step in the water cycle is evaporation, where water from oceans, lakes, and rivers turns into vapor.

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What is the difference between evaporation and condensation?

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Evaporation is when water turns into gas, while condensation is when gas turns back into liquid.

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What is an example of precipitation?

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Rain is an example of precipitation.

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