The Water Cycle

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What is precipitation?

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Any form of water that falls from clouds and reaches Earth’s surface because of gravity.

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What process occurs when water vapor changes into liquid water?

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Condensation.

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What state must water vapor change into during condensation?

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Liquid.

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What is evaporation?

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The process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas.

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What is transpiration?

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The process in which water vapor is released into the atmosphere through plants.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is accumulation in the water cycle?

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The process where water collects in large bodies like rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What role does gravity play in the water cycle?

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Gravity pulls precipitation down to Earth’s surface.

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What is the difference between evaporation and transpiration?

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Evaporation is the process of water turning into vapor from surfaces, while transpiration is the release of water vapor from plants.

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What is the significance of the water cycle?

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It helps regulate climate, supports ecosystems, and provides fresh water.