Water Cycle

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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?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and turns back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is precipitation?

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

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What is an example of precipitation?

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Snow is an example of precipitation.

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What happens during evaporation?

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During evaporation, water from oceans, lakes, and rivers turns into vapor and rises into the air.

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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are formed from condensed water vapor and are where precipitation occurs.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is water that flows over the ground and returns to oceans, rivers, and lakes.

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How does water return to the Earth after condensation?

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Water returns to the Earth as precipitation.

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What is the main source of water for the water cycle?

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The main source of water for the water cycle is the ocean.