Weather and Climate

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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 process allows water to change from a liquid to a gas?

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Evaporation is the process that allows water to change from a liquid to a gas, usually when heated by the sun.

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What is the main source of water on Earth?

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Oceans are the main source of water on Earth, containing about 97% of the planet's water.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from clouds to the Earth's surface.

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What is climate?

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Climate refers to the long-term average of weather conditions in a particular area, including temperature, humidity, and precipitation.

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What is weather?

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Weather describes the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, including temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What happens during condensation in the water cycle?

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

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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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How does water return to the Earth's surface from the atmosphere?

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Water returns to the Earth's surface from the atmosphere through precipitation.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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