Water Cycle

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What is the energy source for the water cycle?

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The sun is the energy source for the water cycle.

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What percentage of the Earth’s fresh water is available for drinking?

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Less than 1% of the Earth’s fresh water is available for drinking.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the part of the water cycle when the water vapor in the air gets cold, turning back into a liquid and forming clouds.

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What is an aquifer?

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An aquifer is a layer of rock or sediment that holds water.

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What is the opposite of condensation?

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The opposite of condensation is evaporation.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where water turns from a liquid into water vapor or steam, usually due to heat from the sun.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the sky, including 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 and drives the water cycle.

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What is the process of water moving from the ground to the atmosphere?

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The process is called evaporation.

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What is the process of water vapor cooling and forming clouds?

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The process is called condensation.