Water Cycle

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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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Does the water cycle have a start or end?

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No, the water cycle has no start or end; it is a continuous process.

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What percentage of the Earth's water is salt water?

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75% of the Earth's water is salt water.

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What represents the sun in a water cycle experiment using a hot plate?

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The hot plate represents the sun.

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Where is most of the Earth's water found?

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Most of the Earth's water is found in oceans.

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What is the driving force of the Earth's weather?

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The sun is the driving force of the Earth's weather.

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What process involves water vapor cooling and turning back into liquid water?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and turns back into liquid water.

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What is evaporation in the water cycle?

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

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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, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What role do oceans play in the water cycle?

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Oceans are the largest source of water for evaporation in the water cycle.

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