Water Cycle Review

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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, precipitation, and infiltration.

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What is evaporation in the water cycle?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas (water vapor) due to heat from the sun.

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What is condensation in the water cycle?

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Condensation is the process by which 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, melting snow, or other sources flows over the ground and into bodies of water.

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What is infiltration?

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Infiltration is the process by which water soaks into the ground and becomes groundwater.

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How does pollution affect the water cycle?

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Pollution contaminates water sources, which affects precipitation and runoff, leading to environmental issues.

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What role does gravity play in the water cycle?

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Gravity is the primary force that drives the movement of water through the water cycle, pulling water downwards during precipitation and influencing runoff.

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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 water vapor into the atmosphere.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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