Water Cycle

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the constant movement of water in different forms (liquid, gas, solid) through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What happens during evaporation?

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Evaporation is when water changes from a liquid to a gas, usually when it gets warm.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is when water vapor (gas) cools down and changes back into tiny water droplets (liquid).

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What are clouds made of?

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Clouds are made of tiny water droplets that have condensed in the air.

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What is precipitation?

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

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What is dew?

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Dew is water vapor that has condensed into tiny droplets on cool surfaces, like grass, during the night.

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When does water evaporate fastest?

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Water evaporates fastest on a hot day because heat helps the water change from liquid to gas.

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

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The sun provides heat that causes water to evaporate and drives the water cycle.

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What is the difference between liquid water and water vapor?

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Liquid water is water in its liquid form, while water vapor is water in its gas form.

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What is the process of water changing from gas to liquid called?

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The process of water changing from gas to liquid is called condensation.