Water Cycle

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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 is water vapor?

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Water vapor is water in its gas form.

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What process turns liquid water into water vapor?

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Evaporation is the process that turns liquid water into water vapor.

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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.

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What do we call water droplets that form on grass in the morning?

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Dew is the term for water droplets that form on grass.

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When does water evaporate the fastest?

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Water evaporates the fastest on a hot day.

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What happens to water vapor when it cools down?

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When water vapor cools down, it condenses into liquid water.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the sky, such as rain, snow, or sleet.

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What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

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The sun provides energy that heats water, causing it to evaporate.

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What is the difference between evaporation and condensation?

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Evaporation is the process of turning liquid into gas, while condensation is the process of turning gas back into liquid.