Water Cycle and Weather Concepts

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What is the water cycle?

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

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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, usually due to heat from the sun.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air cools and changes 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's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is runoff?

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

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is a boundary between a mass of cold air and a mass of warm air, often bringing changes in weather, such as rain or storms.

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What tools can be used to measure temperature?

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A thermometer is used to measure temperature.

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What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the heat necessary for evaporation, which is the first step in the water cycle.

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What is humidity?

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

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What is a weather forecast?

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A weather forecast is a prediction of what the weather will be like in the future, based on data and observations.