Water Properties, Water Cycle, & Distribution

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is capillary action?
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Capillary action is the ability of water to flow in narrow spaces without the assistance of external forces, allowing plant roots to absorb water.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What causes water to have a slight charge?
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Water has a slight charge because the oxygen end of the molecule is slightly negative, while the hydrogen ends are slightly positive.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Define the water cycle.
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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, or below the surface of the Earth, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is precipitation?
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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are wetlands?
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Wetlands are transition zones between dry land and bodies of water, characterized by saturated soil and a variety of plant and animal life.
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NGSS.MS-LS2-5
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is evaporation?
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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas or vapor, usually due to heat.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
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NGSS.MS-PS3-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is condensation?
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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
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