Water Cycle (6-8 Version)

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What is the process of matter changing from a liquid to a gas?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor (gas) due to heat.

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What is cloud formation?

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Cloud formation is the process where water vapor condenses around dust particles in the atmosphere, forming clouds.

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What is water collection?

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Water collection refers to the process of gathering water into larger bodies, such as lakes and rivers.

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What is the process of matter changing from a gas to a liquid?

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

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What drives the process of evaporation?

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Evaporation is driven by energy from the sun, which heats the water.

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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 clouds to the ground.

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

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation and drives the water cycle.

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What is groundwater flow?

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Groundwater flow is the movement of water through soil and rock layers beneath the Earth's surface.

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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's effect on temperature?

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Evaporation cools the surface of the water as it absorbs heat from the surroundings.