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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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where water changes from a liquid to a gas, usually due to heat from the sun.

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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 that falls from the sky, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation to occur.

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What is an example of evaporation?

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An example of evaporation is when puddles of water disappear on a hot day.

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What is an example of condensation?

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An example of condensation is when water droplets form on the outside of a cold glass.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process where plants release water vapor into the air.

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How do clouds form?

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

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What happens during precipitation?

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During precipitation, water falls from the clouds to the ground in various forms.

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