Water Cycle: 2nd grade

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What is the Water Cycle?

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The Water Cycle is the process that shows how water moves around the Earth, changing from liquid to gas and back again.

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Why is it called the Water Cycle?

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It shows us how water moves around and around and around...

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What happens to water when it gets heated by the sun?

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It turns into water vapor.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is when water droplets fall from clouds to the ground, like rain or snow.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is when water turns into vapor and rises into the air.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is when water vapor cools down and turns back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is collection/accumulation in the Water Cycle?

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Collection/accumulation is when water gathers in oceans, lakes, and rivers after it falls as precipitation.

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What role do clouds play in the Water Cycle?

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Clouds hold water vapor and can release it as precipitation.

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What happens to water in the oceans and lakes during evaporation?

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Water from oceans and lakes turns into vapor and goes into the air.

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What is the first step of the Water Cycle?

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The first step is evaporation.