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 liquid water changes into water vapor (gas) 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 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 heat energy needed for evaporation to occur.

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers.

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How does groundwater return to the water cycle?

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Groundwater can return to the water cycle through evaporation when it reaches the Earth's surface.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which plants release water vapor into the air from their leaves.

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What is accumulation in the water cycle?

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Accumulation refers to the collection of water in bodies of water like rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What happens during the process of freezing?

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Freezing is the process where liquid water turns into solid ice when temperatures drop.