The Great Aqua Adventure: Crash Course Kids #24.1

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the process by which water is circulated throughout the Earth and atmosphere.

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What happens during precipitation?

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During precipitation, water is released from clouds sometimes as a liquid and sometimes as a solid.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the conversion of a gas to a liquid.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the conversion of a liquid to a gas.

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What states of matter can water exist in?

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Water can exist as a solid, liquid, or gas.

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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.

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What is the process of water vapor turning into droplets called?

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The process of water vapor turning into droplets is called condensation.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from clouds to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are formed when water vapor condenses in the atmosphere and can lead to precipitation.

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What is the difference between evaporation and condensation?

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Evaporation is the process of a liquid turning into a gas, while condensation is the process of a gas turning into a liquid.