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 by which liquid water is heated by the sun and turns into water vapor, rising into the atmosphere.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor in the air cools and turns back into liquid water, 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 runoff?

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Runoff is the flow of water, from rain or melting snow, that moves over the ground and into rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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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, which initiates the water cycle.

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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.

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How do clouds form?

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Clouds form when water vapor in the air cools and condenses into tiny droplets of liquid water.

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What is the difference between evaporation and transpiration?

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Evaporation is the process of water turning into vapor from surfaces like lakes and rivers, while transpiration is the release of water vapor from plants.

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What is the significance of the water cycle?

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The water cycle is essential for maintaining the Earth's water supply, supporting ecosystems, and regulating climate.