Water Cycle

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

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The Sun is the main source of energy for the water cycle.

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What process occurs when water vapor turns into liquid water?

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Condensation is the process when water vapor turns into liquid water.

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List the three main processes of the water cycle in order.

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The three main processes of the water cycle in order are: Evaporation, Condensation, Precipitation.

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What are clouds formed from?

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Clouds are formed when water vapor condenses in the atmosphere.

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What happens during evaporation?

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During evaporation, liquid water turns into water vapor due to heat.

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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 role does the Sun play in the water cycle?

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The Sun provides the energy needed for evaporation and drives the water cycle.

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What is the term for the movement of water from the ground to the atmosphere?

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Evaporation is the term for the movement of water from the ground to the atmosphere.

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What occurs when clouds become too heavy?

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When clouds become too heavy, precipitation occurs.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which water is absorbed by plants and released as water vapor into the atmosphere.