Water Cycle

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where water changes from a liquid to a gas (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 that falls from the sky, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides heat that causes evaporation, helping to move water into the atmosphere.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process where plants release water vapor into the air as a waste product.

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How does wind affect the water cycle?

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Wind helps to move water vapor from one place to another, influencing weather patterns.

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Why do warm water and cold water evaporate at different rates?

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Warm water evaporates quicker than cold water because heat gives water molecules more energy to escape into the air.

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Where does the water in clouds come from?

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The water in clouds comes from water vapor that has condensed in the atmosphere.

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How long has the water we drink been on Earth?

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Most of the water we drink today is millions of years old.