Weather & The Water Cycle Task Cards

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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 are the four seasons?

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The four seasons are Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter.

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How does the sun drive the water cycle?

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The sun drives the water cycle by heating the ocean, which causes water to evaporate.

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What is the main driving force of the Earth's weather?

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The Sun is the main driving force of the Earth's weather and water cycle.

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Why does most evaporation happen in oceans?

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Most evaporation happens in oceans because they are the largest bodies of water.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which 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 by which 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 the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are formed by condensation and are essential for precipitation, returning water to the Earth's surface.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a region.