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Accumulation

A buildup or gathering of something that occurs over time

Condensation

Change in state of matter from a gas to a liquid

Evaporation

Change in state of matter from a liquid to a vapor or gas

Fresh Water 

Water found in rivers, lakes, glaciers, and ice sheets and underground that contains low concentrations of salt

Ocean

The entire body of salt water that covers about 71% of Earth

Precipitation

Rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls from clouds in the sky

Runoff 

The movement of water on a surface to areas of lower elevation

Salt Water

Water found in oceans (and a few lakes) that contains 3–4% salt

Water Cycle 

The constant movement of water through the land, air, oceans, and living things