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 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 evaporation?

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The step in the water cycle that moves the most amount of water up into the atmosphere.

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What happens during evaporation?

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Water changes from liquid to vapor and enters the atmosphere.

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What is condensation?

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The process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is accumulation in the water cycle?

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The collection of water in bodies like rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What is surface runoff?

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Water that flows over the ground and returns to bodies of water after precipitation.

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How does the water cycle affect weather?

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The water cycle influences weather patterns by distributing moisture in the atmosphere.

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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.

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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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