The Water Cycle

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor in the air cools down and changes 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, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is accumulation in the water cycle?

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Accumulation is the process where water collects in large bodies like rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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Does the water cycle have a beginning and an end?

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No, the water cycle is a continuous process without a specific beginning or end.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process where water is absorbed by plants and then released as vapor into the air.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor due to heat.

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What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation to occur.

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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 happens during the process of evaporation?

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During evaporation, water changes from a liquid to a gas (water vapor) when heated.

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What is the difference between evaporation and condensation?

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