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, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas, usually occurring on warm, sunny days.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds or dew.

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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 type of water is found in lakes and rivers that does not contain salt?

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Fresh water.

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What is fog?

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Fog is a type of cloud that forms at ground level, consisting of tiny water droplets suspended in the air.

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What are the main forms of precipitation?

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Rain, sleet, hail, and snow.

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On which kind of day would you expect the most evaporation from a pond?

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On a warm, sunny day.

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What happens to water vapor when it cools?

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It condenses into liquid water, forming clouds or dew.

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

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation to occur.

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