Water Cycle Pre-assessment

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves through the environment, including evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.

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What happens during evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor and enters the atmosphere, 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, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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Where is most of Earth's water found?

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About 97% of Earth's water is found in oceans.

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What percentage of Earth's water is freshwater?

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Only about 3% of Earth's water is freshwater.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the water that flows over the ground surface and returns to bodies of water, such as rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What are glaciers?

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Glaciers are large masses of ice that form from compacted snow and are a significant source of freshwater.

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What role do plants play in the water cycle?

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Plants contribute to the water cycle through a process called transpiration, where they release water vapor into the atmosphere.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.