The Water Cycle

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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 processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where water changes from a liquid to a gas, 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 in the air 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 is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which water is absorbed by plants and then released as vapor into the atmosphere.

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What are clouds?

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Clouds are visible collections of tiny water droplets or ice particles suspended in the atmosphere, formed by condensation.

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What is accumulation in the water cycle?

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Accumulation refers to the collection of water in bodies like rivers, lakes, and oceans after precipitation.

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

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

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What is the difference between evaporation and transpiration?

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Evaporation is the process of water turning into vapor from surfaces like lakes, while transpiration is the release of water vapor from plants.

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What happens during the process of precipitation?

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During precipitation, water droplets in clouds combine and grow heavy enough to fall to the ground as rain, snow, or other forms.