Water Cycle

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What provides the power to keep the water cycle running?

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The Sun

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What is the process called when water vapor turns into liquid water?

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Condensation

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Water in its gas form is called _____________.

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water vapor

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During which stage do clouds form?

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Condensation

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What is the process called when water changes from liquid to gas?

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Evaporation

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from clouds to the Earth, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is water that flows over the ground and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What role does the Sun play in the water cycle?

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The Sun provides energy for evaporation, which is the first step in the water cycle.

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What happens during evaporation?

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During evaporation, water changes from a liquid to a gas (water vapor) due to heat.

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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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