The Water Cycle

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What are the forms of precipitation?

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Snow, rain, sleet, hail.

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What is accumulation in the water cycle?

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Accumulation refers to rivers, streams, and oceans where water collects.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is water that falls to the ground, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is the first step in the water cycle?

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Evaporation is the first step in the water cycle.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the circulation of water between land, air, and surface.

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What happens during evaporation?

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Water changes from liquid to vapor and rises into the air.

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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 transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process where plants release water vapor into the air.

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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are formed from condensed water vapor and can lead to precipitation.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is the short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather.