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 turns from a liquid into a gas due to heat.

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What is Condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor (gas) cools down and turns back into liquid water.

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What is Precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the sky, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is Collection in the Water Cycle?

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Collection is when water gathers in bodies like rivers, lakes, and oceans after precipitation.

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What role does the Sun play in the Water Cycle?

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The Sun heats water, causing evaporation, which is the first step in the Water Cycle.

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What is Runoff?

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

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What happens during Evaporation?

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During evaporation, water changes from a liquid to a gas when heated.

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What happens during Condensation?

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During condensation, water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is the first stage of the Water Cycle?

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The first stage of the Water Cycle is Evaporation.

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