Water Cycle

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the movement of water into the air as water vapor and back to Earth's surface as precipitation.

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What happens during evaporation?

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During evaporation, water changes from a liquid to a gas (water vapor) due to heat.

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What forms when water vapor cools and condenses?

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When water vapor cools and condenses, it forms tiny drops of water that combine to create 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 clouds to the Earth's surface.

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What type of cloud is known for producing thunderstorms?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are known for producing thunderstorms.

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What is condensation in the water cycle?

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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 role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the heat energy needed for evaporation to occur in the water cycle.

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What is runoff in the water cycle?

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Runoff is the flow of water over land, which can eventually return to rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What is the difference between evaporation and condensation?

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Evaporation is the process of water turning into vapor, while condensation is the process of vapor turning back into liquid.

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What are the three main stages of the water cycle?

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The three main stages of the water cycle are evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.