Water Cycle and Weather

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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 evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor and rises into the atmosphere, usually due to heat from the sun.

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What is condensation?

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

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What does a thermometer measure?

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A thermometer measures temperature, indicating how hot or cold something is.

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What does a barometer measure?

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A barometer measures air pressure, which can help predict weather changes.

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What is a wind vane used for?

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A wind vane is an instrument that shows the direction of the wind.

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What is an anemometer used for?

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An anemometer is an instrument that measures wind speed.

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What is snow?

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Snow is a form of precipitation that consists of ice crystals and falls from clouds when temperatures are low.

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How does the water cycle begin?

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The water cycle can begin at any point, such as evaporation, condensation, or precipitation.