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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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where 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 where water vapor 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 role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation, which drives the water cycle.

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Where does most of the Earth's water come from?

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Most of the Earth's water is found in oceans.

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What happens to water after it rains?

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After it rains, some water is absorbed by the ground, some flows into rivers and lakes, and some evaporates back into the atmosphere.

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What is the term for water vapor in the air?

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Water vapor is the term for water in its gaseous state, which is part of the atmosphere.

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What is the process of water moving from the ground to the atmosphere called?

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The process of water moving from the ground to the atmosphere is called evaporation.

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What is the process of clouds forming called?

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The process of clouds forming from water vapor is called condensation.