Mystery Science "Watery Planet"

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What is a well?

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A well is an artificial hole dug into the ground to reach water in an aquifer.

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Can fresh water occur as a gas, liquid, or solid?

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True

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What does it mean to evaporate?

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To evaporate means to change from a liquid to a gas.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is the process where water falls from the atmosphere to the ground, such as rain or snow.

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What does not lead to flooding during a hurricane?

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Levees do not lead to flooding; they are structures built to prevent it.

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What is an aquifer?

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An aquifer is a layer of rock or soil that can hold and transmit water.

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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.

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What is transpiration?

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

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water through evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.

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What is storm surge?

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Storm surge is a rise in sea level caused by strong winds and low pressure during a storm.

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