The Water Cycle

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is water that falls to the ground in various forms, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor changes from a gaseous state to a liquid state, often forming droplets.

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What is a form of precipitation?

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Snow is a form of precipitation that falls from clouds when temperatures are low.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the circulation of water between land, air, and bodies of water, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where water changes from a liquid state to a gaseous state, often due to heat.

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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, helping to drive the water cycle.

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What is collection in the water cycle?

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Collection refers to the process where water gathers in bodies like rivers, lakes, and oceans after precipitation.

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What is the difference between evaporation and condensation?

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Evaporation is the change from liquid to gas, while condensation is the change from gas to liquid.

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What happens during precipitation?

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During precipitation, water droplets in clouds combine and fall to the ground due to gravity.

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What is the process of water turning into vapor called?

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The process of water turning into vapor is called evaporation.