Water Cycle

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water on, above, or below the surface of the Earth.

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What percentage of Earth's water is freshwater?

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3%.

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What part of the water cycle involves water moving from plants to the atmosphere?

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Transpiration.

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What is evaporation?

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The process where water changes from liquid to gas, usually due to heat.

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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 precipitation?

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Any form of water that falls from clouds to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is transpiration?

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The process by which water is absorbed by plants and then released as water vapor into the atmosphere.

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What role do rivers and lakes play in the water cycle?

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They store and transport freshwater, contributing to evaporation and precipitation.

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What is the significance of glaciers in the water cycle?

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Glaciers store a large amount of Earth's freshwater and release it slowly through melting.

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How does the sun influence the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation, driving the entire water cycle.