Mystery Science Vocab "Watery Planet" set 1

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What is the hydrosphere?

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All of the water (solid, liquid, and gas) on and around planet Earth.

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What is a mixture?

Back

When you combine two or more things together, like M&Ms and raisins.

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What is the primary source of energy that drives the water cycle?

Back

The Sun.

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How does transpiration contribute to the water cycle?

Back

It releases water vapor into the atmosphere from plants.

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What is one way to conserve water at home?

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Turning off the faucet while brushing your teeth.

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What is the atmosphere?

Back

The layer of gases surrounding Earth.

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What is an aquifer?

Back

A layer of rock or sediment that holds water underground.

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What is evaporation?

Back

The process of water turning from liquid to gas.

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What is condensation?

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The process of water vapor cooling and turning back into liquid.

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What is precipitation?

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Any form of water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth, such as rain or snow.

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