The Water Cycle

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What is the Water Cycle?

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The Water Cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and runoff.

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Define Evaporation.

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Evaporation is the process by which liquid water changes to water vapor.

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What is Transpiration?

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Transpiration is the evaporation of water from plants.

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Define Precipitation.

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from clouds to Earth’s surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is Runoff?

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Runoff is the movement of water, usually from rain, that flows over the ground and returns to bodies of water.

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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, driving the Water Cycle.

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What is Condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air cools and becomes liquid water.

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Explain the term 'Groundwater'.

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Groundwater is water that moves through soil or rock underground.

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What is the difference between evaporation and transpiration?

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Evaporation is the process of liquid water turning into vapor, while transpiration specifically refers to the evaporation of water from plant leaves.

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What happens during the process of precipitation?

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During precipitation, water droplets in clouds combine and grow heavy enough to fall to the Earth's surface.