The Water Cycle

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor in the air cools down and changes into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What are the forms of precipitation?

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The forms of precipitation include snow, rain, sleet, and hail.

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What is accumulation in the water cycle?

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Accumulation is the process where water collects in rivers, lakes, and oceans after precipitation.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the sky, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor due to heat from the sun.

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What is the water cycle?

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

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What is transpiration?

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

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What role do rivers and oceans play in the water cycle?

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Rivers and oceans are points of accumulation where water collects after precipitation.

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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.

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What is the importance of the water cycle?

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The water cycle is important because it distributes water across the Earth, supporting all forms of life.