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Weather, Climate, and the Water Cycle

Weather, Climate, and the Water Cycle

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Science

5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to the atmospheric conditions at a specific time and place, while climate is the average weather conditions over a long period in a particular area.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

Evaporation is the process in which water changes from a liquid to a gas (water vapor) due to heat.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is condensation?

Back

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

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a front in meteorology?

Back

A front is a boundary between two different air masses, which can be cold or warm, and can lead to changes in weather.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is humidity?

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

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

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