The Water Cycle

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and forms clouds.

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What is water in its gas form called?

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Water vapor.

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What is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas?

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Evaporation.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process when plants release water vapor from their leaves.

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What is the primary source of energy that drives the water cycle?

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The Sun.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the sky, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What role does the Sun play in the water cycle?

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The Sun provides the energy needed for evaporation, which is essential for the water cycle.

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What is the water cycle?

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

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What happens during evaporation?

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During evaporation, water changes from a liquid to a gas due to heat.

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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 like lakes, while transpiration is the release of water vapor from plants.