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 the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the flow of water, usually from rain, that moves over the ground and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What are clouds?

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Clouds are formed when water vapor condenses into tiny water droplets or ice crystals in the atmosphere.

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

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The sun provides the heat energy needed for evaporation to occur, driving the water cycle.

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What is accumulation in the water cycle?

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Accumulation refers to the collection of water in bodies of water like rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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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 is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.

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How does temperature affect evaporation?

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Higher temperatures increase the rate of evaporation, as more water molecules gain enough energy to become vapor.