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 through the environment, changing states between liquid, gas, and solid.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor due to heat.

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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 droplets.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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What is water vapor?

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Water vapor is the gaseous state of water, which is invisible and present in the air.

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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are formed by condensed water vapor and are essential for precipitation in the water cycle.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which water is absorbed by plants and released as water vapor into the atmosphere.

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What is run-off?

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Run-off is the water that flows over the ground surface and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a region.

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

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