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 stages like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What happens during evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where water changes from a liquid to a gas, 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 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 movement of water, usually from rain or melted snow, that flows over the ground and returns to oceans, rivers, or lakes.

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What conditions lead to the most evaporation?

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Warm and sunny days lead to the most evaporation from surfaces like ponds.

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers, which can eventually return to the surface.

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What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the heat necessary for evaporation, driving the water cycle.

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What is an example of precipitation?

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Snow is an example of precipitation.

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What happens to water molecules during evaporation?

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During evaporation, water molecules are evaporating and moving away from each other.