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What percent of Earth is covered by water and ice?

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75% of Earth is covered by water and ice.

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What are the two gases that make up water?

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Water is made up of Hydrogen and Oxygen.

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What happens to water when it gains energy?

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When water gains energy, it turns from a liquid to a gas.

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What process allows dew and clouds to form?

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Dew and clouds form when water condenses.

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What is a characteristic of freshwater?

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Freshwater can be safe for humans to drink.

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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 is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor.

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What is condensation?

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

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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, or sleet.

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What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

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The sun provides energy that drives evaporation and helps to move water through the cycle.

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