Water Cycle

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What is the stage called where water gathers in lakes, streams, rivers, and puddles?

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Collection

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True or False: Water droplets form clouds.

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True

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How many stages (parts) does the water cycle have?

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4

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What type of energy does the water cycle run off of?

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Solar energy

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In what stage do water droplets form clouds?

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Condensation

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What is evaporation in the water cycle?

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Evaporation is the process where water turns into vapor and rises into the air.

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What is condensation in the water cycle?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and turns back into liquid droplets, forming clouds.

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What is precipitation in the water cycle?

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Precipitation is when water falls from the clouds as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is the importance of the water cycle?

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The water cycle is important because it distributes water across the Earth, supporting all life.

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What happens to water during evaporation?

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Water changes from liquid to gas and goes into the atmosphere.

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