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 where water changes from a liquid to a gas, usually when heat is applied.

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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 is water vapor?

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Water vapor is the gaseous form of water that is present in the air.

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What role does heat play in the water cycle?

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Heat causes water to evaporate, turning it from a liquid into water vapor.

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What are examples of precipitation?

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Examples of precipitation include rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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How do clouds form?

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Clouds form during the condensation stage of the water cycle when water vapor cools and condenses into tiny water droplets.

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What is the difference between evaporation and condensation?

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Evaporation is the process of water turning into vapor, while condensation is the process of vapor turning back into liquid water.

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What happens to water during the water cycle?

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Water continuously moves through the cycle, changing forms between liquid, gas, and solid as it travels from the ground to the atmosphere and back.