Water Cycle

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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 is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where water changes from a liquid to a gas, usually when it gets warm.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where 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 that falls from clouds to the ground, such as rain, snow, or hail.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is water that flows over the ground and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What happens to water when it gets hot?

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When water gets hot, it evaporates and turns into water vapor.

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What happens to water vapor when it cools?

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When water vapor cools, it condenses and forms droplets of water, creating clouds.

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How does the sun affect the water cycle?

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The sun provides heat that causes evaporation, helping to move water into the atmosphere.

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What is the opposite of evaporation?

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The opposite of evaporation is condensation.

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How long can water stay in the water cycle?

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Water can stay in the water cycle for millions of years.