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 through the environment, including 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, usually due to heat.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor in the air 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, 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 rivers, lakes, and oceans after precipitation.

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What factors affect the water cycle?

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Factors include temperature, humidity, wind, and geographical features.

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How does temperature affect precipitation?

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Temperature influences whether precipitation falls as rain or snow; warmer temperatures lead to rain, while colder temperatures lead to snow.

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers, and it can move through these layers.

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What is the difference between surface water and groundwater?

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Surface water is found in rivers, lakes, and oceans, while groundwater is found beneath the Earth's surface.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which water is absorbed by plants and then released as water vapor into the atmosphere.