Mystery Science "Watery Planet"

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What is a model in science?

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A model is a simpler version of something in the real world, used by scientists to help them better understand how something works.

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True or False: An aquifer is a type of underground water source.

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True

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What causes evaporation in the water cycle?

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Evaporation occurs because energy is transferred from the sun.

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What happens to water vapor when it cools?

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When water vapor is cooled, it condenses, or is converted into a liquid.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of condensation?

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Boiling water is not an example of condensation.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and turns into liquid water.

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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 role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides energy that causes evaporation, leading to the formation of 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, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is an aquifer?

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An aquifer is a geological formation that can store and transmit water, often used as a water supply.