Water Cycle

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What is the water cycle?

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The movement of water on, above, or below the surface of the Earth.

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When does water evaporate fastest?

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On a hot day.

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Snow, sleet, hail, and rain are all examples of ________________.

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Precipitation.

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What is B? (Evaporation, Condensation, Precipitation, Runoff)

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Condensation.

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What is NOT an example of precipitation? (Rain, Snow, Sleet, Wind)

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Wind.

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What is evaporation?

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The process of water turning into vapor and rising into the air.

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What is condensation?

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The process of water vapor cooling and turning back into liquid water.

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What is precipitation?

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Any form of water that falls from clouds to the ground, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is runoff?

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Water that flows over the ground surface and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are formed by condensation and are essential for precipitation.