Water Cycle

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What is fresh water?

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Water found in rivers, lakes, glaciers, and ice sheets that contains low concentrations of salt.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What does the term 'Accumulation' refer to?

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A buildup or gathering of something that occurs over time.

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What is evaporation?

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The process of a liquid changing into a vapor or gas.

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What percentage of Earth's surface is covered by oceans?

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71%.

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What is precipitation?

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Rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls from clouds in the sky.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous process by which water moves through the environment, including evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is condensation?

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The process by which water vapor turns into liquid water, often forming clouds.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What role do plants play in the water cycle?

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Plants absorb water from the soil and release water vapor into the air through a process called transpiration.

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What is groundwater?

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Water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

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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 of temperature and precipitation.

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