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 (water vapor) due to heat.

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What is condensation?

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

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the flow of water that occurs when excess water from rain or melting snow flows over the land and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which plants release water vapor into the air from their leaves.

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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are formed during condensation and are essential for precipitation, as they hold water vapor that eventually falls as rain or snow.

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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 and rivers, while transpiration is the release of water vapor from plants.

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What happens during the process of sublimation?

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Sublimation is the process where ice or snow changes directly into water vapor without first becoming liquid.

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How does the sun influence the water cycle?

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