Water Cycle

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is evaporation?
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Evaporation is the process by which liquid water is converted into water vapor, usually due to heat from the Sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
NGSS.MS-PS1-4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is condensation?
Back
Condensation is the process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is precipitation?
Back
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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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role does the Sun play in the water cycle?
Back
The Sun provides the energy needed for evaporation and transpiration, driving the water cycle.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is transpiration?
Back
Transpiration is the process by which plants release water vapor into the atmosphere through their leaves.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do evaporation and transpiration compare?
Back
During both processes, liquid water is converted into water vapor.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1
NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
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