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 stage do clouds form in the water cycle?

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Condensation.

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What happens during precipitation?

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Water droplets fall from clouds to the Earth in forms like rain, snow, or hail.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor due to heat.

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What provides the energy for the water cycle?

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The Sun.

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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, forming clouds.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from clouds to the Earth's surface.

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What is the role of the Sun in the water cycle?

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The Sun heats water in rivers, lakes, and oceans, causing evaporation.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is water that flows over the ground and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers.