Water Drop Flashcard

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What happens when the cloud gets too heavy?

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The cloud precipitates.

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What is water in the form of a gas?

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Water vapor.

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Does West Ferris get less rain than East Ferris?

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False.

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What is present in the air?

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Water vapor.

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What is the process called when water changes from a gas to a liquid?

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Condensation.

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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, sleet, or hail.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water.

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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 humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of water vapor present in the air.