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What is a shadow?

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A shadow is a dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.

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What time of day typically has the shortest shadows?

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Noon, when the sun is at its highest point in the sky.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air is changed into liquid water.

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What is climate?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in a particular area over a long period of time, usually 30 years or more.

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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 refers to long-term patterns.

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What causes shadows to change length throughout the day?

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The position of the sun in the sky changes, affecting the angle of light and the length of shadows.

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What is the position of the sun when shadows are the longest?

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When the sun is low in the sky, such as during sunrise or sunset.

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What is an example of evaporation?

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Water turning into vapor when heated, such as boiling water.

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What is an example of precipitation?

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Rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls from clouds to the ground.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.