Water Cycle

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which water vapor leaves a plant and enters the atmosphere.

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What are reservoirs in the water cycle?

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Reservoirs are water storage areas during the water cycle.

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What does the term biosphere refer to?

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The biosphere refers to regions that contain all the living things on Earth.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the envelope of gases that surrounds Earth.

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What happens to water vapor when it loses thermal energy?

Back

When water vapor loses thermal energy, it condenses into millions of droplets that form clouds.

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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 or vapor.

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Define condensation in the water cycle.

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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, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

Front

Explain the term '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 role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are formed by condensed water vapor and are essential for precipitation, returning water to the Earth's surface.