Water Cycle

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back again, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What causes water to change states of matter?

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Temperature causes water to change states of matter. For example, heating water turns it into steam (gas), while cooling it turns it into ice (solid).

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water is heated and changes into water vapor (gas). This occurs when the temperature rises.

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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 droplets, like dew on grass.

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What is precipitation?

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

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Where can water be accumulated?

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Water can be accumulated in various places, including the ground (like lakes and rivers), clouds in the sky, and even in the atmosphere.

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At what temperature does water freeze?

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Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius (32 degrees Fahrenheit).

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What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation, which is the first step in the water cycle.

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What happens during the process of transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process where plants release water vapor into the air from their leaves, contributing to the water cycle.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.