The water cycle and carbon cycle review

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the flow of water from land to rivers and lakes, often occurring after rain or snowmelt.

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that is stored in underground caverns or porous rock, and it can be accessed through wells.

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What is combustion?

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Combustion is the process of burning fuels, which releases carbon into the environment.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas, such as steam from boiling water.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process of water evaporation from plants, contributing to the water cycle.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which 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, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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What role do plants play in the water cycle?

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Plants contribute to the water cycle through transpiration, releasing water vapor into the atmosphere.

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How does the carbon cycle relate to the water cycle?

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The carbon cycle and water cycle are interconnected; for example, plants use carbon dioxide during photosynthesis, which also involves water.

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What is the process of photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to produce glucose and oxygen.