Climate/Weather and Water Cycle Review Flashcard

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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 (gas) changes back into liquid water, often 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 is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which water is absorbed by plants and then released as vapor through their leaves.

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What is accumulation in the water cycle?

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Accumulation refers to the gathering of water in one place, such as in rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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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 role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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

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What is run-off?

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Run-off is the flow of water that occurs when excess water from rain or melting snow flows over the ground and into bodies of water.

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How does temperature affect evaporation?

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Higher temperatures increase the rate of evaporation because heat provides energy for water molecules to escape into the air.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.