Water Cycle Review

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas, usually due to heat from the sun.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor (gas) cools and changes back into liquid water, forming droplets.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the flow of water, from rain or melting snow, that moves over the ground and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What causes water droplets to form on a cold surface?

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Water droplets form on a cold surface due to condensation, where water vapor in the air cools and turns into liquid.

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What happens during the process of transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which plants release water vapor into the air from their leaves.

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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 water cycle by turning liquid water into vapor.

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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are formed by condensed water vapor and are essential for precipitation, as they release water back to the Earth's surface.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.