Ms. Lightfoot 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, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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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 due to heat.

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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 Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is accumulation in the water cycle?

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Accumulation refers to the collection of water in bodies like lakes, rivers, and oceans.

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What is water vapor?

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Water vapor is the gaseous state of water, which is invisible and present in the air.

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

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The sun provides the heat necessary for evaporation, driving the water cycle.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which plants release water vapor into the air from their leaves.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the flow of water, from rain or melting snow, that moves over the ground and returns to bodies of water.

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What is infiltration?

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Infiltration is the process by which water soaks into the soil from the ground surface.