ESS.5.1.4 (5.P.2.1) #2: Schoolnet

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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, usually due to heat from the sun.

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What role does the Sun play in the water cycle?

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The Sun provides the heat necessary for evaporation to occur, which is a key part of the water cycle.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the water that flows over the ground surface and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans after precipitation.

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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, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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Why do more water evaporate from a sunny area than a shady area?

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Sunlight provides heat, which increases the rate of evaporation in sunny areas compared to shady areas.

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What percentage of Earth's water is found in the oceans?

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About 97 percent of Earth's water is ocean water.

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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 back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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How does temperature affect evaporation?

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Higher temperatures increase the rate of evaporation, while lower temperatures decrease it.

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What is the major cause of floods?

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Floods are most directly caused by precipitation and runoff.