Water Cycle

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What is the process called when plants release water vapor into the air?

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Transpiration

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Does water that evaporates from the ocean contain salt?

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No, it does not contain salt.

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What is it called when water falls from the sky in the form of rain, snow, or hail?

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Precipitation

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Where is most of the Earth's water found?

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In the oceans.

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What do we call the process of water flowing back into the ocean after rain?

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Run-off

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What is evaporation?

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The process of water turning into vapor and rising into the atmosphere.

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What is condensation?

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The process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is the water cycle?

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

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What role do oceans play in the water cycle?

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Oceans are the primary source of evaporation, providing water vapor to the atmosphere.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.