Water Cycle

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What are the forms of precipitation?

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Rain, sleet, snow, and hail.

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What is it called when plants give off drops of water?

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Transpiration.

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What type of water is found in lakes and rivers?

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Fresh water.

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What is the process called when water is heated and turns into vapor?

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Evaporation.

Front

What does the sun's energy do in relation to the ocean?

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Heats the ocean before evaporation.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is condensation?

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The process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water.

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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are formed from condensed water vapor and can lead to precipitation.

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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, while transpiration is the release of water vapor from plants.

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What is groundwater?

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Water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers.