Water Cycle

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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 again through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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Where is most water found on Earth?

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Most water on Earth is found in oceans.

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What is the layer of gas surrounding a planet called?

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The layer of gas surrounding a planet is called the atmosphere.

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During which stage do clouds form?

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Clouds form during the condensation stage of the water cycle.

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What is water vapor?

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Water vapor is the gas form of water that occurs when water evaporates.

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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 Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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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, forming clouds.

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What form will precipitation most likely take at 30°F?

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At 30°F, precipitation will most likely be in the form of snow.

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere is the combined mass of water found on, under, and above the surface of a planet.