Weather Review

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from clouds and reaches the ground, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What happens when clouds become too heavy?

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When clouds become too heavy with water droplets, precipitation occurs.

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Why is runoff important in the water cycle?

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Runoff is important because it returns water to other locations on Earth, helping to replenish rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, or below the surface of the Earth, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What causes hot air to rise?

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Hot air rises because it is less dense than cooler air.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air cools and changes into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which liquid water is transformed into water vapor, usually due to heat.

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

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation, driving the water cycle.

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What are the three forms of water?

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The three forms of water are solid (ice), liquid (water), and gas (water vapor).

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific place at a specific time, while climate refers to the long-term average of weather patterns in a region.